Kochi, the beautiful coastal town at the heart of Kerala is more than just beaches, backwaters, and natural beauty. If you are looking for unique experience to have in Kochi, here are my top picks:
5: Relish a Spicy Meal at a Toddy Shop
You can have all kinds of delicious food in Kochi, but the taste and kick of the spicy dishes hits differently with a glass of toddy in Toddy Shops of Kochi. My favourites are kappa, Malabar parotta with duck roast and spicy minced meat. Wash these down with a drink of palm-tapped toddy for a lip-smacking experience.
4: Experience the Rusticism of Kumbalangi
A boat ride away from Fort Kochi lies a quaint fishermen's village called Kumbalangi. Here you can witness the simple life and practices of a small fishermen community in Kochi. A typical tour to Kumbalangi includes a boat ride, several cultural demonstrations of local practices like coir-making, basket-weaving, beedi rolling, etc. You can also enjoy a delicious seafood platter here prepared in local flavour with a lot of coconut milk to tone down the spiciness to suit your palette.
3: Appreciate the History of Jew Town
Jew Town is a unique place in Kochi where once a Jewish community lived and thrived under the very tolerant rulers of the Cochin kingdom. The Jews have all now left for Israel or other countries, but their legacy is forever etched in the history of Kochi through the Paradesi Synagogue.
The street leading up to the synagogue is lines by several antique stores, spice shops, and some of the best art cafes in Kerala. When you step into this side of Kochi, it feels like you have been transported to a different part of the world.
2: Explore the Architecture of Fort Kochi
Fort Kochi is perhaps the most popular part of Kochi. A walk by the promenade with the Arabian sea on one side and the Vembanad backwaters on the other is all you need to unwind yourself.
As you walk through the seat, you will see some amazing examples of perfect blends of Portuguese, Dutch, and the traditional Kerala architecture.
1: Appreciate Art at the Kochi-Muziris Biennale
The Kochi-Muziris Biennale is a one of a kind art and installations exhibitions from artists across the world. It is truly a celebration of art, and art enthusiasts from across the world visit Kochi during the Biennale to appreciate the art.
That's all folks! For more on Kochi, check out my Kochi Travel Guide.
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