Kochi, India + Add a trip

scenic dam site with boating facilities is situated in a vast virgin forest. It is a popular picnic sport with Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary near by.

This Roman Catholic church is situated near the St.Francis church and is worth a visit.It is a specimen of portugese architecture built in 1503. ‘Frescoes’and mural paintings decorate the ceiling and interior parts of the church.

Kochi is famed for sea-food. There are some fine eateries, especially if you like to try Kerala cuisine (yes, all cooked in coconut oil). The Grand Hotel and The International Hotel offer good, delicious Kerala meals. Taj Residency and The Meridien also offer good multi-cuisine. But the place to visit are the excellent restaurants in and around Fort Kochi, especially the restaurants at Casino Hotel, Malabar, Brunton Boatyard etc...

Famous for it's traditional Malayali Food, specializing in the Syrian Catholic cuisine. Do try the Karimeen Pollicchathu and the Biryanis.

The thali is truly delicious and ask for the prawn chutney which comes alongwith it. The karimeen is highly recommended, in all formats.