48-hours in Kochi: What to see, eat and do
- First time in Kochi?
- Here's what to do
Called the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi or Cochin played an important role in the spice route. cities in Kerala.
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The city is steeped in rich culture and history, and there are some must-see spots.
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Top 3 Sightseeing spots
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Kerala Kathakali Centre:Â
Kerala and kathakali go hand-in-hand. This dance-drama is a classical dance form and is replete with costumes and masks. At this centre, transport yourself to an era of great art and culture and be enthralled with this performance.
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Mattancherry Palace:
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The former residence of the Dutch, this palace now houses the exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. Nearby, lies the famed Paradesi Synagogue. Â Do not miss this, either. This synagogue has some splendid and well-maintained interiors done by the early Jewish settlers in Cochin.
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Vypeen Beach:
Hop into a local ferry and hop across to Vpeen beach. Three beaches – namely Cherai, Kuzhuppily and Puthuvype beaches are located here. Â
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Top 3 restaurantsÂ
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1. Kashi Art Cafe: This place is a must-visit. It is most often visited by artists and art-lovers. Their in-house cafe also rustles up some delicious fare.
2. Hotel Seagull: If you’re looking for some classic seaside ambience, here is where you should be at.
3. Dhe puthu – Owned by the famous actor, Dileep, Dhe puthu is a well-known establishment and is visited by many. It has a variety of puttu dishes in various combinations
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Shopping:
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What’s a visit to Kochi without a  visit to the famous Lulu mall.
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