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ERNAKULAM


Ernakulam is the central portion of the city of Kochi in Kerala, India and has lent its name to the Ernakulam district.[1] Many major establishments, including the Kerala High Court, the office of the Kochi Municipal Corporation are situated here. Ernakulam, which is where a huge part of the commercial activity in Kochi city happen, is known as the commercial capital of Kerala.

Marine drive is a quaint destination amongst the many Cochin tourist places the Kerala takes pride in. Exclusively built facing the backwaters, it offers a charming and a picturesque image especially during the evening hours attracting the locals and tourists alike. Along with the Rainbow bridge, which is a major draw for tourists, the Marine drive is lined with Shopping malls, fast food joints and other important landmark buildings of Kochi. Be ready to be allured by the gentle breeze while enjoying a walk down the promenade enjoying the company of your loved ones.

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Cherai Beach

Around two dozen kilometers from the industrial district of Ernakulam and to the side of the Vypeen Island lies every swimmer’s paradise, Cherai Beach. It is a favorite haunt of those looking for a relaxing swim with the backdrop of coconut groves being the added incentive. It provides a wonderful view of the famous Chinese Fishing Nets or Cheena Vala well. The nearby shacks provide you with fresh cuisine that fills you up perfectly after a delightful swim.

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Bolgatty Palace

While making a bucket list of places to visit in Kochi, Bolgatty Palace and Island resort is a must. This unique mansion with four palatial rooms was built by the Dutch in 1744 and is one of it’s kind outside Holland. The palace has been now converted to a luxury stay for travellers pampering them to ultimate comfort and grandeur. Popularly known as the Honeymooner’s paradise, Bolgatty palace has earned a name for itself due to its extravagant location across the Island surrounded by a canopy of greens and a breathtaking view of the landscape. The resort has an event centre to house weddings, meetings and other ceremonies accommodating a large number of guests.

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Fort Kochi

A small fishing hamlet later converted to the first European township in India, today features amongst Kochi tourist places due to the vibrancy of this place. The temperature is more or less pleasant round the year except for summer making it ideal to explore the place in a motorcycle to navigate the deepest history and beauty of this place. The Fort Kochi beach looks divine during sunset offering various hues of vermilion and scarlet let. The old houses of this place have been built by British traders, thus the Dutch cottages, split farms all reminisce of an era bygone. Fort Kochi can easily be planned for two days to delve deep into the place with numerous options for stay suiting every pocket.