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Peruse the cobbled roads of Mattancherry and Princess Street, where the European-influenced architecture of the colonial buildings, such as St. Francis Church, are open to explore and appreciate.
As a major tourist destination in India, Cochin (Kochi) is the financial capital of Kerala. Influenced by trading merchants over 600 years ago, this lively city is a traveller’s gateway to India, with many festivals and cultural displays on offer throughout the year. This multi-cultural city is home to some of India’s finest cuisine, colonial architecture and historical landmarks.
Cheap flights to Cochin are now available for a limited time only, so book your flight today and experience the cultural medley and architectural splendour of this metropolitan city! Cochin is home to Cochin International Airport (COK), which is a 1-hour drive from the city centre.
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Peruse the cobbled roads of Mattancherry and Princess Street, where the European-influenced architecture of the colonial buildings, such as St. Francis Church, are open to explore and appreciate.
Infused with Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and European influences, Cochin is a melting pot of traditional flavours and traditions. You will be spoilt for choice at sampling the finest dishes and teas in this cosmopolitan city.
With a history dating back to the 15th century, the city embraces its European and Asian influences. A popular attraction is the old Chinese Fishing Nets bobbing along the beaches of Cherai and Fort Kochi.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | India |
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Currency | Indian Rupee |
Language | Malayalam / English |
Hub Airport | Cochin International Airport (COK) |
Airline | Air India |
Time Zone | GMT+05:30 |
Travel Adaptor | Type C / D / M |
Cochin experiences a tropical climate, with very high levels of rainfall during the summer months (May to August). Winter (October to February) is considered the best time to visit, due to cooler temperatures. You will often see honeymooners, beach bums and adventure-seekers out and about during these months. If you can handle the heat, the blazing months between March and June, sees crowds disperse and hotel rates drop. You can also enjoy great low-season deals between July and September, when monsoon rains set in (always carry an umbrella). Cochin is brimming with festivals towards the end of the year – catch the Cochin Carnival to ring in the New Year or the month-long Onam Festival in August.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 22°C | 23°C | 25°C | 26°C | 25°C | 24°C | 23°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 23°C |
High °C | 32°C | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C | 32°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 31°C | 32°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 19 | 33 | 49 | 139 | 386 | 728 | 708 | 375 | 304 | 303 | 162 | 48 |
Cochin, better known as Kochi, is heralded as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. Along with being a trading centre and the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala, it is famous for its diverse, multicultural, and secular community.
Kochi is the gateway to the Kerala province and is a favourite amongst tourists because of its friendly locals, hospitality, historical and architectural attractions, and traditional Kerala festivals. Famous attractions include: Mattancherry Palace, famous for its displays of royal costumes and palanquins; the Jewish Synagogue, which contains the Great Scrolls of the Old Testament; Hill Palace Museum; and the Museum Of Kerala History.
The ecologically sensitive Magalavanam, known as “The green lung of Kochi city", is a green oasis and nesting ground for many species of migratory birds. This green belt also supports many varieties of mangroves. The sun-kissed beaches of Cherai and Fort Kochi are great spots for sun-tanning while watching the age-old techniques of the Chinese fishing nets.
Send your taste buds on a whirl of excitement as you eat your way through Kerala fish curries and Arabic shawarmas, washed down with an array of teas and coconut infusions.
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