Introduction to the Kochi Backwaters in Kerala
Cochin, or Kochi as it is often called is considered to be the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’ and is one of the most preferred backwater destinations id Kerala. The Kochi backwaters flaunts a string of beautiful islands, lagoons, small streams and rivulets, lined with swaying coconut and palm trees, all of which make the Kochi Backwaters in Kerala such a wonderful tourist destination. Kochi has one of the finest natural harbors being a popular trading centre; Kochi is called the commercial capital of India.
Attractions in Kochi Backwaters in Kerala
Kochi Backwaters attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world. The appeal of the Kochi backwaters lies in the many beautiful places surrounded by the beautiful backwaters. The Attractions in the Backwaters in Kochi include Willingtom Island which is a beautiful man made island, surrounded by the backwaters, and has the best hotels and trading centers, the port trust and the southern naval command headquarters. Bolghatty Island , a narrow long island is famous for the Bolghatty Palace, built in 1744 and the only golf course of Kochi. The attractions here includes the boat cruises here, connecting Cochin to Bolghatty.
The Fort Kochi here has a historical importance as being the first fort built by the Europeans in India. Along the Kochi Backwaters, you will find the Chinese Fishing Nets that were bought originally from Kubali Khan. There is also the Mattancherry Palace in the Kochi Backwaters which was built by the Portugese in 1557 displaying beautiful artworks. The Jewish Synagogue, the oldest in the commonwealth is present here, famous for the 18th century hand painted willow pattern floor tiles, copper plates, clock tower and Hebrew inscriptions on stone slabs. The Houseboats on the backwaters of Kochi offer a breathtaking view of the backwaters. The Kochi backwaters spring to life during the Cochin carnival.
How to reach Kochi Backwaters in Kerala
Kochi is well connected to all major cities inside and outside the Indian subcontinent by air, rail, road and waterways. There are ferry boats or boat cruises of the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation that can take you through the wonderful destinations in the Kochi backwaters in Kerala.
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