Cochin Tours and Travel Guide

Cochin has some of the best natural harbors and is known as "Queen of the Arabian Sea ". Cochin is also known as Kochi . This city has a rich culture and heritage. Kochi specializes in exporting pepper, seafood, rubber and coir. Kochi is known from ancient times for exporting special items like spices to Chinese, Jews, Arabs and Europeans. The finest monuments in Kochi such as the Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace are a product of this cultural mixture. The best way to move around in Kochi is to take the ferry or a group cruise down the waterways. Thrilling performances of Kalaripayattu (traditional martial art) and classical dances like Kathakali and Mohiniattam are a major attraction in Kochi . Kochi has some of the best hotels and Ayurveda Resorts. Most hotels offer panchkarma treatment for rejuvenation of mind and body. Organised tours are also conducted by local travel agents.