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Kerala is referred to as God's own country. Located between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats, Kerala is a divine place which one must visit during his life span. The seductive beaches with swaying palm trees, emerald backwaters, lush green hills and scented hills of Kerala all comprise in making Kerala a hot tourist spot.

Cochin is a natural harbor and the heart of trade and commerce. It reflects a perfect union of natural sightseeing, historical museum and churches. Kerala Tour takes you to the main attraction in Cochin. The Kochi fort located in the city of Kochi or Cochin is a major tourist destination. Taxi, auto rickshaws, buses and ferries takes you in and around the heritage site. The crimson sunset can be viewed from the beautiful sandy beaches. Cherai and Fort Kochi are the famous beaches of Cochin.

The Paradise Synagogues

The Chinese fishing nets was first introduced in the trade by Kublai Khan. The nets are used by the local fishermen to earn their livelihood. St. Francis church believed to be 509 years old is in fact the oldest church in India. The church displays a magnificent European architect genius of the days. Santa Cruz Basilica second oldest church in the city was built in the year 1503 by the Portuguese settlement. Later it was destroyed and restored by the east India Company. The Santa Cruz basilica is the eight basilicas, a roman public building in the country. The historical buildings of Cochin tell a fascinating tales about the bygone glory. The building has preserved the rich heritage of the Portuguese and Dutch along with the Maharajas, immortal on the pages of history.

The Paradise Synagogues was built by the Jewish Community residing in Kerala. The floor of the synagogue is composed of hundreds of Chinese hand-painted porcelain tiles. The ceiling and the chandeliers create a contrast which is unique. There is also an oriental carpet, a souvenir from the last Ethiopian Monarch. The most visible part of the Synagogue is the clock tower of 18th century which along with other parts of the complex was repaired under the guidance of World Monuments Fund.

Mattencherry Palace which in the 16th century was a Dutch building now converted into a Hindu temple, a religious site. The Mattencherry is an interesting museum with ancient murals scene from the Ramayana and a series of portraits of the Royals of Kerala. With an entry fees of Rs 5 /-, the Mattencherry palace is a must see place in Cochin.

Cochin Backwater

Cochin is furthermore a backwater destination in Kerala. A cozy Carl Dale house boat ride along the lust paddy fields is a unique experience. The backwater of Cochin is a home of many fishes, frogs, crabs and turtles. The Malabar houses in Cochin offers a delightful stay with excellent cuisine and prompt service. The rates are also reasonable. The Malabar House is a pleasant time-honored hotel which reflects the past in the present.
Kerala tour packages are not only restrained to Cochin. You can take a tour in any part of Kerala. Other tourist destination of Kerala can be jotted down as backwaters of Alleppey, hills of Munnar

Meenu is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. She has authored many books on tour guide for Kerala Tourism Packages and Kerala Tourism. Find more packages at http://www.keralatourpackage.org/