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Known as Cochin in the colonial era, but now officially named Kochi, this is a busy port city in the state of Kerala in southern India, where you can find many historical sights as well as modern amenities.

Flights to Cochin

The airport serving Cochin is the Nedumbassery Airport (airport code: COK) also called the Cochin International Airport. You can get public bus service as well as taxis to get to town from the airport. You can get a no-frills flight to Cochin with Jet Airways from the UK that has one transfer stop in Bombay. Qatar Airways also has just one stop, but in Doha. A flight to Kochi with Lufthansa will take you via Frankfurt and then Bombay.

Cochin Tourist Attractions

Hill Palace Museum

The old Hill Palace Museum is a large complex of 1800s buildings that now house galleries of art and history. The grounds have 50 acres of gardens, and there are nearly 50 buildings that make up the entire museum. The exhibits include statuary, paintings, murals, jewellery, furniture and even carriages. The museum is open daily, but closed on Mondays.

Museum of Kerala History

The 2,000-year long history of the Kerala region is on display at this museum, and that includes a live musical show put on several times daily. They are closed on Mondays, and there is a small admission fee.

Jain Mandir

Jain Mandir is one of the oldest Jain temples in India, built over 100 years ago. It's in the Mattencherry area, and they feed the pigeons in a ritual every day at noon that’s very popular with tourists and is hence the main time that visitors come to the temple.

Kodanadu Elephant Training College

About 25 miles (40km) outside of Cochin is an elephant rescue centre that cares for and trains for these wonderful animals. You can bathe and feed the young elephants, making this a uniquely hands-on animal centre. The Thattekkade Bird Sanctuary is about 15 miles (25km) away from here and worth a visit if you are in the area.

Veegaland Amusement Park

Veegaland is a Western-style amusement park that has thrill rides as well as water slides for a full day of family fun. Many of the rides are suitable for kids but some of the faster ones are definitely for the brave adults only. It's 9 miles (15km) from downtown Cochi, and open daily 7 days a week.

Cherai Beach

Cherai Beach is a lovely clean beach for a little swimming and relaxing on Vypin Island. It's about 15 miles (25km) from Kochin but a popular tourist spot nonetheless. There are several large resorts and hotels right on the beach, and regular ferries go between Cochin and the island.

Cochin Spice Market

The Cochin Spice Market is an open-air market selling bulk spices. It's a wonderfully aromatic market area, filled with tourists as well as locals buying spices. All the colours make for interesting photos even if you're not going to buy anything.

When Should You Visit Cochin?

You definitely want to avoid the hottest weather in Cochin, from April until June. It can reach nearly 40C (104F) during these months, especially May. Most of the rest of the year will be over 30C (86F), but there are a few months when it is more comfortable. December and January are the best times to visit overall. Days will be around 24C (75F) and much nicer for walking around and seeing the sights.