Fort Kochi

Description

Fort Kochi is one of the main attractions of Kochi which holds a lot of fascinating history. It is a region located in the city of Kochi in Kerala. Fort Kochi has a Portuguese touch to it being under its influence in the past, through trade. This town was considered as one of the most important trading centers. Fort Kochi was shaped by the Portuguese and since then has undergone changes to suit the needs of the Dutch when they defeated the Portuguese in the seventeenth century, as well as the British who took over in the late eighteenth century. These influences on Fort Kochi make it a place of valued historical impact. Now, it is also a delightful place with a lot of cafés and restaurants of various cuisines ranging from the spicy South Indian Tiger prawns and Tibetan momos to the all time favourite Continental style Fish and Chips. For seafood lovers, Fort Kochi is the place to visit with its little restaurants facing the beach and the backwaters. The best way to explore Fort Kochi is by foot. Walking through the streets of Fort Kochi, you can get the feel of the past, while passing through the structures that represent the Colonial period and before. It is a warm, peaceful and quiet place, a perfect site to spend a relaxing vacation.

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