Kochi is stated as the most
vibrant city of Kerala, where you can witness old culture
blending with the new hip-hop culture. Though it took
many years to discover the true potential of Kochi,
it is now one of the fastest growing cities in India.
Cochin includes mainland Ernakulam,
Fort Cochin and Mattancherry. Ernakulam is a bustling
city with shoppers and tourists. The buildings of the
colonial era can be seen in Fort Cochin. St. Francis
Church, Vasco House, Koder House, Old Harbour House,
David Hall and the Bastion Bungalow are some of the
landmarks. Chinese fishing nets can be seen in this
area.
Mattancherry, the western part of Cochin,
was once a bustling centre of trade, particularly in
spices. Invasions from across the sea was frequent and
the invaders left indelible marks on the landscape,
culture, art and social history of the place. Churches,
agraharams, mosques and a synagogue co-exist in the
area.
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