The truth is being told that after Covid 19 pandemic situation, people are getting so much negativity that they become depressed and stressed. This is a quite common scenario in the whole world. To come out of this situation, the most effective plan will be an amazing trip. After getting normalization of the present satiation, you can opt for travelling to refresh your mind. A good trip can make you feel happy and eliminate all bad feelings.

Now, you may ask where to visit to have an amazing experience. Well, in this context, you are suggested to visit Kochi. Many people around the world prefer coming here to explore beauty. Kochi is a wonderful city in southwest India’s coastal Kerala state. Once you come here, you will get to see beautiful places. Your trip will surely be memorable for its superb natural beauty. So, don’t think twice to make a plan for the Kochi trip.

Well, today, in this piece of writing, we will discuss a few most interesting things about Kochi. Prior to visiting this city, it is important to gather some interesting knowledge about the place. This will help you enjoy your trip to the fullest. So, move on to the adjoined passage.

Here are a few most popular and beautiful places to visit at Kochi

Kochi has many beautiful places and once you come here, you will not resist yourself to explore the city. Below are a few places that you must visit during your Kochi trip.

Fort Kochi

The Chinese fishing nets that represent Kochi can be got only in Fort Kochi. Perhaps it is the only place in the world where you will find the Chinese fishing nets that are exceptional outside China. And all the credit goes to the merchants from the court of Chinese emperor Kubla Khan. At present, there are 11 Chinese fishing nets and there was a time when the number was 20. This Fort Kochi is also famous for the Cochin Carnival which is happened on New Year eve. So, don’t forget to come here. You will surely enjoy the place.

Mattancherry

Mattancherry is a fantastic place in Kochi. A wonderful mix of spices, crafts, culture, and food, Mattancherry is one of the most exciting Kochi tourist places. The name Mattancherry was created from the house name “Ancherry Mattam”, which was a house of Brahmin and was pronounced by foreign merchants as Matt-Ancherry. It is a famous tourist spot in Kochi where you can see the Portuguese touch in the Dutch Palace.

Well, Jew Town is another most interesting tourist attraction of Mattancherry. Here you can visit Mattancherry Palace Museum where you will find out different weapons such as spears, swords and many more. Apart from this, you can also explore Mattacherry Pazhayannur Royal temple, Gowd Saraswat Brahmin temples Palliarakkavvu temple, Ram Mandir, and many more places too.

So, if you want to know the ancient history of Kochi, don’t forget to come here. This place will make you know about Kochi and places near Kochi.

Lulu Shopping Mall, Edappally

A trip is incomplete without shopping. So, Lulu Shopping Mall, Edappally is there to make you happy. It is one of the most popular shopping joints that you can visit. Here you will get a good number of shops that you can visit and enjoy shopping. You will get international brands and locals as well.

Here is not the end, if you want to give an awesome treat to your taste buds, you can also do that. Here you will get many restaurants where you can visit to have lunch, dinner or snacks as well. This mall is beautifully decorated and once you come in this mall, you will not want to go back. You will love to spend some quality time here.

So, what are you thinking about? If you are in Kochi, don’t miss this place. Lulu shopping mall will make our trip more interesting.

Malayattoor

Well, when you are planning for a Kochi trip, one thing is to be said that is, don’t forget to visit the tourist places near Kochi as well. There are many attractive places around Ernakulam that are quite interesting like the Church at Malayattoor. The name `Malayattoor’ is a mixture of three small words. Malay means Mountain, Att means River Oor means Place. So, it can be said that Malayattoor is a meeting place of mountains, rivers, and land. So nice! Is not it?

The most popular tourist attraction in Malayattoor is the Malayatoor Church which is located at the top of Malayatoor Hill. This beautiful church is dedicated to St. Thomas.

The beauty and the architecture of this church will mesmerize you. You will like to spend some time here to refresh your mind. This church is one of the most significant Christian pilgrim centres in India. Its awesome architecture has made it one of the most famous. So, don’t skip this place. Your entire trip will add a wow factor once you come here.

Cherai & Vypeen beach

Vypeen Island is one of the most beautiful islands in Kerala. Most visitors come here to enjoy some relaxing time. If you are stressed due to your hectic work schedule and want to relax down properly, this is the right place to come. The beautiful eater body will make you feel refreshed. Vypeen is also famous for Pallipuram Fort which is the oldest fort in India built by European settlers in the year 1503.

You can also enjoy Cherai beach which is also the most famous beach in Kerala. Here you can enjoy sunbathing, swimming with your family or partner. It is also known as Princess of the Arabian Sea.

The appeal of the popular getaway is enriched by the palm-fringed backwaters and the repeated appearance of dolphins in the water makes it one of the most attractive places to visit in Kochi.

So, these two places are wonderful and don’t think more to come here. If you have not listed these beaches on your places to visit list, you will definitely miss something more beautiful than your imagination. So, don’t make this mistake. You must visit these places to make your trip memorable for a lifetime.

Kodanand Elephant Training Centre

If you have children with you then don’t think twice to miss this place. Kids will love to see elephants at arm’s length. It is one of the most popular villages located near the Periyar River. You will love to see how elephants take baths and undoubtedly, it will be an amazing experience.

So, what are you thinking? Are you excited to visit Kochi? Definitely, the answer will be YES! So, don’t waste time and make a plan now.

Here is not the end; there are many more places in Kochi to visit. Well, continue reading this piece of writing through the below points.

Marine Drive, Kochi

If you are searching for the most popular hangout place in Kochi, marine drive is the best place. Once you come here you could not have asked for a better option. The night view of this place is awesome. Couples prefer spending time here. The scenic view of this beach can impress anyone. You can enjoy the beach with boat rides. Through boat rides, you can visit several other attractive tourist destinations as well.

There are three bridges, such as The Houseboat Bridge, the Rainbow Bridge (near GCDA shopping complex, which is a popular place for shopping in Kochi), and the Chinese Fishing Net Bridge. Here, you will find a good number of food joints that are sprinkled alongside the pathway. To escape from stress and depression, you can spend some quality time here. And, definitely, you will go back to your home in a fresh mood. So, don’t think twice to come here, your trip will get a new charm after coming here.

Hill Palace Museum

Hill Palace- the famous tourist spot of Kochi was the home of the Maharaja of Kochi. In the year 1986, it has converted into a museum. Here you will get the chance to see, crowns and ornaments of the erstwhile Cochin royal family, attractive paintings, fantastic sculptures in stone and marble, inscriptions, weapons, coins of that time and many more things.

If you love to know the history of any place, this museum will be the appropriate place for you. You will get a lot of information after visiting the weapon gallery & horse cart gallery. It is one of the largest archaeological museums in Kerala and it is one of the best Kochi tourist places as well.

If you want to know the opening time, then here it is.

Excluding Mondays and national /state holidays, this museum is open from 10 am to 12.30 noon and 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm. In order to know the history of Kerala, you must come here. So, add this place to your list.

Apart from all these places, there are many more places that you can visit. Below a few names are mentioned.

Folklore Museum : once you come here, you will be surprised at the folk tribal objects of the state.
Veegaland : in case you are planning for a summer trip, this place will be ideal for you.
Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary : here you will get to see birds of different species.
Santa Cruz Basilican
Francis Church
Gowreeswara Temple Cherai and many more.

Here one thing is to be said that prior to starting the trip, it is important to make a brief plan. If you are planning well your trip experience will be much better. Here are a few things that you need to know before the trip.

You should take essential medicines like body pain, headache, gas, acidity, vomiting, and fever.
Make sure that you have proper knowledge about the places to visit in Kochi.

These two are the most important thing to make a trip enjoyable. So, what are you looking for guys? Undoubtedly, you have collected enough information about the place Kochi, Kerala. So, don’t waste your time thinking too much. Make your life interesting and spend some time with your near one. Plan a trip today, book tickets, and pack your luggage as soon as possible.