Kochi, formerly known as Cochin, is a city in the Indian state of Kerala.Karnataka.
Kochi was the seat of the Kingdom of Cochin, a princely state which traces its lineage to the Kulasekhara empire.
Kochi a city with one of the largest Christian populations in India the majority of residents are Malayalis.
One of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian Sea coast, Kochi (Cochin), earlier known as Cochin has been a port of call for foreign traders from early times. Its cosmopolitan character is reflected in the buildings and structures representing different regions of the world. A city of peninsulas and islands, today it is Kerala's commercial hub. |
 This unique backwater destination situated on the banks of the Vembanad Lake is considered the gateway to the backwaters of Kuttanad.
The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a favourite haunt of migratory birds from across the world, which makes it a renowned bird watching centre. Kumarakom is also a centre for houseboat cruises.
Also known as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha is famous for its boat races, houseboat holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry. A singular characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad. The granary of Kerala, Kuttanad is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.
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