11 ReviewsSt. Francis Church is India's earliest European church. Built by the Portuguese in the early 1500's, this wooden church with its simple whitewashed facade became the model for later churches. It was...
16 ReviewsLining the north shore of Fort Kochi are the Chinese fishing nets, probably the most famous image of Kochi/Kerala. The local name for the nets is cheena-wala (of China). It is believed that traders...
8 ReviewsKathakali is the most widely-recognized of Kerala's many traditional dance forms. It is a combination of Literature (Sahithyam), Music (Sangeetham), Painting (Chithram), Acting (Natyam), and Dance...
10 ReviewsMattancherry Palace, also known as Dutch Palace, was constructed in the mid-1550s by the Portuguese. It was given to the Maharaja of Kochi in exchange for trading rights. It was renovated by the Dutch...
8 ReviewsFleeing Roman persecution, Jews reached the shores of south India (about 30 kms from Kochi) around the year 72 A.D. Over the centuries Jews migrated in waves. They became prosperous bankers and...
5 ReviewsNear Vasco de Gama Square and the Chinese Fishing Nets is a small fish market. The freshest seafood -fish, prawns, lobsters - can be purchased and cooked for you (made to order) in one of the stalls....
5 ReviewsBuilt by the Portuguese Santa Cruz Basilica recently celebrated its 500th anniversary. It is one of only eight basilicas in India. It has a Gothic facade and soaring spires and is a very pretty...
7 ReviewsAt the end of a narrow lane in Jew Town is Paradesi Synagogue. It is the oldest synagogue in India. The first Jewish settlers reached India in the early 1st century. Their settlement - then 32km north...
5 ReviewsKTDC charge 400/- half day(4 hrs) 650/-full day(7hrs) back water tour.. but some private companies.. charge only 450/- full day tour (7hrs) include lunch.. arround 20 peoples on the very good boat.....
3 ReviewsThis important centre for understanding the Indo-Portuguese Christian Art heritage, which is still surviving, houses some honorable collections and is well known for its artistic and architectural...
3 ReviewsThis imposing structure was built in 1568, when the Jews settled in Mattancherry, after their expulsion from Rahabi, who built a clock tower and paved the floor synagogue with hand painted willow...
2 ReviewsAnd this is what is looks like. This one has 2 bedrooms, kitchen, separate bathroom and toilet, but only one terrace.
The houseboats of today - huge, slow moving, exotic barge used for leisure trips...
3 ReviewsThis lovely building was the residence of the Portuguese Governor. The 27th Bishop of the Diocese of Cochin, Domes Jos Gomes Ferreira, acquired this building which was built in 1557. Today it houses...
3 ReviewsThe 282-year-old Dutch Cemetery in Fort Kochi is considered to be an authentic record of hundreds of Europeans - both the Dutch and the English - who arrived in India to expand their colonial empire....
2 ReviewsJust a little way from Princess Street, on the corner of Bastion and Rose streets, is Vasco House. This sixteen century house is believed to have been the residence of Vasco da Gama and is also one of...
2 ReviewsKoder House is actually now a boutique hotel, but this three-storeyed building opposite the beach at Fort Kochi is a landmark for visitors, and is pointed out with the same reverence as the Francis...
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Kalari cneters and Backwaters in Kerala
by keralaexpert
Hi,There are many kalari centres in Kerala and you will find best in North Kerala (Calicut and Kannur region).Some of the best Kalari centres area) CVN Kalari, Calicut ( They have two centres - Nadakkavau and Edakkad).b) MGS Kalari, Kannur.c) Gurukulam Kalari, Tellicherry.Since you know better than me ( regarding Martial arts), you can contact these centers and choose the best one.Regarding Backwaters:Backwaters are common in Alleppey and Kumarakom ( Both are around 65 kms from Kochi). You can either experience a backwater stay in a resort or homestay OR an overnight stay in a houseboat with day cruise. 12Noon is the check in time for houseboat. Next day 9AM is the checkout time. Houseboats will be anchored from 6PM to 7AM. All meals will be provided in that. You can demand for special fish items. Compared to hotel stay, houseboats are costly and the cost varies from INR 7500 to 10,000...
kumarakom
by 6aruna
Backwater area near Kottayam . Highlighted as a bird sanctuary but both times i have been there i have been unlucky- only crows . The place is teeming with resorts. Visit during monsoon , rain drenched Kerala with lush greenery and overcast sky is a sight to behold (strictly for those who love the rain)
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Temples Of Kerala 3 - Malayalapuzha Devi Temple
by ushar
Well known Malayalapuzha Devi Temple is situated, East of Pathanamthitta 6 kms via Kumbazha (just outside the Pathanamthitta town) . The Goddess here is in the fierce form of the Goddess known as Bhadrakali. She is called Malayalapuzha Amma. The temple attracts devotees from all major religions of Kerala. It is a Hindu Temple, but each week one in four devotees seeking blessings at the Malayalapuzha Devi Temple is a Christian or a Muslim. A hundred thousand devotees worship at the temple weekly, with Tuesday and Friday the most popular days for darshan (viewing) of Goddess Bhadrakali, a form of the Goddess Parvati. She is popularly known as "Malayalapuzha Amma" (Mother of Malayalapuzha) for Malayalapuzha village and hill of the same name. The power of the Mother is such that those who reach her lap once, whoever they be, are not able to live without visiting the temple at least once in a...
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Temples of Kerala 2 - Chengannur Mahadevar Temple
by ushar
Chengannur, a beautiful town in 'God's own country', Kerala. Chenganoor, situates at the extreme east part of Alappuzha district. 117kms north of state capital Thiruvananthapuram on the Main Central Road (MC Road). Nammalwar of the 1st millennium CE, describes Chenkunrur or Chenganoor as a town where the smoke, emanating from the Vedic ritual yagna, fills the sky and as a place surrounded by rich lush vegetation (of bananas and coconuts).This town is one of the fastest developing town in kerala. It was a busy business town in the historical period. Many great historical events took place in this small beautiful place which is watered by sacred river "Pampa". It is a border to Pathanamthitta district. You can reach at this place by Road, Rail, and Water Transport systems.Chengannur Mahadevar TempleChengannur Mahadevar Temple is one of the oldest and famous temple in Kerala. It has a...
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God's Own Country Kerala
by Globecrawl
A trip towards the goodness of natureLocated on the Malabar coast of South India, Kerala is the cleanest state of India and is surely a charming tourist destination. National Geographic’s Traveller magazine has named Kerala as one of the “ten paradises of the world”.Its beaches, backwaters, tea plantations, wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls, lakes and paddy fields keep calling you back. Pioneered in health, Ayurveda and medical tourism, Kerala is the place to heal your body and soul. Kerala is also known as Centre of heritage and attracts tourists from all over for its religious tourism. Aranmula Temple, Sabarimala Temple, St. Francis Church, Beemapally mosque are only to name a few pilgrimage sites.At Kerala, you will witness varied bio-diversity which is well protected in the Western Ghats. The tropical wet evergreen forest is the home to 453 species of birds and 102 mammals. Its vivid...
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Kovalam Beach- A Beautiful Place for Beach Lovers
by kmohandas
KOVALAM means a grove of coconut trees in the native language Malayalam. This wonderful beach indeed offers an endless sight of coconut trees. This crescent-shaped beach has three parts viz. Samudra, Hawa and Light House. The southernmost beach, Light House Beach is the most popular amongst the three. It offers an amazing sight of Vizhinjam mosque. The northern most Samudra is a laidback one and time seems stands still here. The middle one, Hawa, is a busy acivity centre with fishermen setting early in the morning to sea for fishing and tourists thronging the beach. With a high rocks and calm blue waters, this beautiful beach creates an amazing night on a full Moon day. This is an ideal place for swimming and sea bathing. Also, there are beautiful patches of coral reefs. The underwater views, which are visible during snorkelling. Excellent accommodations are available around Kovalam ....
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House Boats Kerala
by Babumohanan
HOUSE BOATSA house boat is about 67 feet in length and has a width of around 13 feet in the middle. The materials that go into the making are all local and Eco friendly bamboo poles, coconut fiber ropes, bamboo mats, coir carpets etc. The main wood used is "Anjili". The house boats have fully furnished single and double rooms with sundeck, private balcony with comfortable chairs, kitchen and toilet with WC. In addition there is also separate rest room for the crew. Traditional lanterns are used as lights. The crew includes a chef and two oarsmen. The cuisine is traditional Kerala flavour with the local specialities; delicious fish and prawns. There are single bedroom houseboats for two people and two bedroom houseboats for four people.Our craftsmen have created a unique atmosphere on board, a luxurious, self contained world from which to observe rural Indian life flowing gently by. The...
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AYURVEDIC HOLIDAYS
by Babumohanan
Rejuvenation Massage: In the Ayurvedic textbooks, rejuvenation has been termed as Rasayana. A definition of Rasayana in Ayurveda is described as: "That which destroys the old age and disease is called Rasayana." Rejuvenation Therapy ('Rasayana Chikitsa') tones, rejuvenates and strengthens all the tissues so as to achieve ideal health and longevity. Increases 'Ojas' (Primary Vitality), improves 'Sattva' (Mental Clarity) and thereby increases the resistance of the body.
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Snake Boat Races in Kerala
by Justin_goa
If you think English Football is the most electrifying event in the world, try Kerala snake Boat races.Boats manned by four helmsmen, 25 singers and 100 - 125 oarsmen who row in unison to the fast rhythm of the vanchipattu (song of the boatman). Thousands of people crowd the water's edge to cheer the huge black crafts as they slice through the waters to a spectacular finish.....It's a spectacular event not to miss while you are anywhere close to Kerala..
Kathakali- The Characters....... the rest!
by suvanki
Katti (knife shape worn on forehead)Demons and villains. Usually nobles similar to pacca group.They wear similar make up/costumes,but their characteristics are the complete opposite.Teppu - This group may represent humans, animals or objects, many different performers.MinnukkuThis is the servant class.Make up is more subtle and costumes are less ornate
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