The charming town, which was once a Portuguese fort, is dotted with beautiful colonial bungalows, quaint streets and gorgeous views of the sea, discovers Archana Masih/Rediff.com.
Many bungalows have been restored and converted into hotels and art cafes.
This building, now named Kara Hotel, was once a Portuguese mint for silver coins.
Its quaint narrow lanes abound with flaming bougainvillea and amaltash flowers atop gorgeous colonial archways.
Over the years it has become a leading centre for contemporary art and hosts the Kochi-Muziris Biennale.
St Francis Church, built in 1503 AD, where Vasco da Gama was initially buried, sees heavy visitor footfalls.
The cobblestone sidewalks lend to that old feel.
It is low on pollution and has a great walking promenade by the sea.
Pranayama facing the rising sun. How lucky is that!
The fishing nets, set up by Chinese traders in the 14th C, are no longer used for big catches, but fisherman lower the nets to show tourists how they function.
The early morning cleanup before the masses arrive at the beach.
The other Donald may be trying to run the world, the Donald here rules from his tea shop.
Walking under a green canopy -- nothing could be better! So lace up those sneakers and set course to Fort Kochi!
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