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| Our Unique Facilities… |
 Neat and elegant double bedroom facing the sea |
| Our bedrooms are well maintained and offer a comfortable breathing space. You can also relax in the sit out facing the Arabian Sea . Unwind yourself here and let your nostalgic experience overcome you. |
| Toilet facilities |
| We have clean bathrooms with showers and toilets with European facilities. It is well cleaned for every guests and care is taken to maintain utmost hygiene. |
| Living area / Reading Room |
| In Bed & Breakfast home stays, you feel completely at home. We have a cozy living area with television, newspapers and magazines. |
| Dining Room |
| We have classic dining rooms with tables well set. The room is well furnished to make even your eating experience here worth your memory. |
| However, we also understand that you are away from your land and would want to feel home by having your kind of food. On request, we will also make necessary arrangements to teach you how to cook Kerala cuisines and Indian cuisines. |
| Other facilities |
 Laundry management |
| Medical facilities (on call) |
| Pick up facilities (meet, assist, pick up & drop at Air port or Railway station) |
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| What you must see & do here… |
| Forts & Palaces |
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Mattancherry Palace ( Dutch Palace )
This palace houses a display of beautiful Murals depicting scenes from the epics, Ramayana and Mahabharata and some of the ancient Hindu legends. Built by the Portuguese in 1557 and presented to Raja Veera Kerala Varma of Kochi (Cochin), the palace was renovated in 1663 by the Dutch. The palace is open for public viewing from 10:00 am to 6:00 p.m. on all weekdays except Fridays. |
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Bolghatty Palace
A boat ride around this scenic island near the city of Ernakulam, can gift you with a lifetime of experiences, which you can cherish. Bolghatty is famous for the Bolghatty Palace built by the Dutch in 1744 AD. |
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Santa Cruz Basilica
This monumental church dates back to 1558 and has gorgeous paintings on the ceiling. Its beautiful stained glass windows and the unbelievably lovely murals on the church ceiling, add to the prayerful ambience of the place. This magnificent church was built by the Portuguese in 1558 and was later given the status of a cathedral, by the Vatican. After the British annexed Kochi, they tore down the church. However, it regained its prominence a little over a hundred years later when Bishop Dom Gomez Ferreira built a new church on the same site, in 1887. Pope John Paul II declared the church a Basilica in 1984.
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St. Francis Church
St. Francis' Church is India's oldest European place of worship. It was constructed by the Portuguese Franciscan Friars in 1503. Originally built in timber, it was reconstructed in stone in 1779 by the Dutch Protestants. Fate then took a different turn. The British converted it to an Anglican Church in 1795. Today, it is under the care of the Church of South India, one of the beneficiaries of the Church of England when it handed over its estates to the indigenous clergy, which had evolved here. Vasco da Gama's mortal remains were preserved here in 1524, but later exhumed and taken to his homeland and buried in Lisbon, Portugal. However, his tombstone remains in St. Francis' Church in Kochi as a reminiscence of his visit to the shores of India. |
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Jewish synagogue
Constructed in 1568, this is the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth. Destroyed in a shelling during the Portuguese raid in 1662, it was rebuilt two years later by the Dutch. Known for mid 18th century hand printed, willow pattern floor tiles the Synagogue is open from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon and 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. It is closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. |
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Cherai Beach This lovely beach bordering Vypeen Island is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. A typical Kerala village with paddy fields and coconut groves nearby is an added attraction of this beach. The early morning sun washes the green of the paddy with a glow of near emerald, as a soft breeze ruffles the surface of the fields. The beach is a perfect place to chill out. Unlike other famous beaches, which are overcrowded, Cherai beach is both clean and lovely making you feel that the place is just for you. |
| Museums |
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Hill Palace Museum , Thripunithra
10 km from Kochi, Hill Palace, the official residence of the Kochi royal family, was built in 1865 AD. The palace complex consists of 49 buildings built in the Traditional Architectural Style of Kerala and is surrounded by 52 acres of terraced land with a Deer Park and facilities for horse riding. The palace museum is open all days except Mondays from 9:00 am to 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. A full-fledged ethno-archaeological museum and Kerala's first every heritage museum are the main attractions. Displayed inside the thirteen galleries are oil paintings, 19th century paintings, Murals, sculpture in stone and plaster of paris, manuscripts, inscriptions and coins belonging to the Kochi royal family.
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Pareekshith Thampuran Museum
This sprawling, traditional Kerala style building previously called the Durbar Hall, houses 19th century oil paintings, a collection of old coins, sculptures and Mughal paintings. The museum remains open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. all weekdays except Mondays |
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Chinese Fishing Nets
These huge cantilevered fishing nets were brought here by traders from the court of Kublai Khan. Kochi's enormous, cantilevered Chinese fishing nets are a legacy bequeathed to the city by one of the very early visitors to the Malabar Coast, from the court of Kublai Khan. The nets are mounted on huge teak wood and bamboo poles, and were first erected sometime between 1350 and 1450 AD. These nets are now used extensively over the backwaters. However, the ideal place to view the nets being lowered into the sea and the catch being recovered is the Vasco da Gama Square. This is a narrow esplanade, facing the beach. Along much of the sea front, the square is lined with small stalls selling fresh seafood, deliciously prepared, and served piping hot.
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| Other Attractions |
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Kathakali / Kalaripayuttu - a traditional martial Art / Ayurvedic Body Rejuvenation Massage / Backwater cruises in Houseboat and canoe / Trekking /
Bamboo Rafting thro wildlife Sanctuary |
| Places Of Tourists Interests |
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Alappuzha (70 km – 1.5hrs ) *
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 greenary of Kerala, Kuttanad is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.
Kalady ( 50 km – 1.5hrs) *
Located on the banks of the river Periyar, this is the birthplace of the 8th century Advaita philosopher, Sri Shankaracharya. The town is famous for its many temples. |
| Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary,Thekkady (190 km - 6hrs) *
ChiMony wildlife sanctuary (70 kms - 2hrs) *
Rolling hills, tea and cardamom plantations welcome you to Thekkady. One of the largest wildlife reserves in India, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is more popular as a tiger reserve. A boat ride on the splendid waters of the Periyar Lake provides the perfect recreation |
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Thattekkad Bird sanctuary ( 70 kms – 2hrs ) *
This bird sanctuary, a peninsular land of 25 sq. km is covered with deciduous forests and plantation of rosewood, teak etc. Rare birds like the Crimson-Throated Barbet, Bee-eater, Sunbird, Shrike, Blackwinged Kite and the Night Heron are also commonly sighted |
| Backwaters |
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Kumarakom (80 km – 2hrs) *
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. |
| Hill Stations |
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Munnar (130 km – 3.5hrs) / Nelliampathy Hills ( 150 kms - 4hrs) *
1600 m above sea level, Munnar is a nature lover's paradise and was the summer resort of the British government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular hill station. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands is the 'Neelakurinji'. This flower, which bathes the hills in blue once every twelve years, will bloom next in 2006 AD. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India, Anamudi, which towers over 2695 m. Anamudi is an ideal spot for trekking. Tiger, Sambhar, Bison, Spotted Deer, Leopard, Malabar Flying Squirrel, Stripe-necked Mongoose and so on can also be spotted in the forest. Kumily, an important spice trade centre, lies in the periphery of the sanctuary. |
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Kovalam ( 250kms – 6hrs ) Varkala Beach ( 190kms- 4.5hrs) *
Kovalam Beach is an internationally renowned beach of Kerela, with three adjacent crescent beaches is one of the best beaches in India. The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse - sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programmes, Catamaran cruising etc. |
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Malayatoor Church
A famous Christian pilgrim centre, this 9th century Catholic Church is situated on the 609 m high Malayatoor Hill. St. Thomas , the apostle, is believed to have prayed in this shrine. |
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* all distances mentioned is for ONE WAY journey from Kochi |
| Shopping in Kochi ( Cochin ) |
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For Handicrafts
Kerala State Handicrafts Development showroom- Kairali, M.G. Road .
State Handicraft Society Emporium - Surabhi, M.G. Road .
Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan, the showroom of Khadi Village Industries at Pallimukku, M.G. Road
Coir Board
Coir Board Showroom on Mullassery Canal Road . |
| Fairs & Festivals of Kochi ( Cochin ) |
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Aattachamayam
Cochin Carnival - Last week of December
Indira Gandhi Boat Race – During ONAM festival in August or September
Malayatoor Perunal - In April |
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