• Chinese Fishing Nets - Known locally as Cheena vala, these stationary lift nets are a distinctive feature in India. They are fixed land installations used for fishing, commonly referred to as “Chinese fishing nets” in India, but formally called “shore operated lift nets.” These impressive structures extend horizontal nets over 20 meters wide, supported by mechanical devices. Each installation stands at least 10 meters tall, featuring a cantilever with a net over the sea and large stones as counterweights. Operated by a team of up to six fishermen, these nets are prevalent in coastal southern China and Indochina, but in India, they are primarily found in Kochi and Kollam, where they attract tourists. This unique fishing method was introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century, and one interpretation of the name Kochi is ‘co-chin’, meaning like China.
• Fort Kochi Beach - Located along the Arabian Sea, Fort Kochi Beach is situated in Fort Kochi, within the city of Kochi in Kerala, South India.
• Dutch Cemetery - The Dutch Cemetery in Fort Kochi is a notable site, renowned for its historical significance. It was consecrated in 1724 and is now managed by the Church of South India. The cemetery holds intriguing stories of its imperial inhabitants who left their homelands centuries ago to expand their empire.
• Church of Saint Francis - St. Francis Church, located in Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin), Kochi, was originally built in 1503 and is one of the oldest European churches in India. It holds historical importance as a silent witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 during his third visit to India. His body was initially buried in this church, but after fourteen years, his remains were moved to Lisbon.
• Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica - Situated in Fort Kochi, the Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Recognized as a heritage edifice, this church is among the finest and most impressive in India, attracting tourists year-round.
• Indo-Portuguese Museum - The Indo-Portuguese Museum is located in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India.
• Maritime Museum Kochi - This museum explores India’s naval history, showcasing warship models, artillery, and uniforms.
• Mattancherry Palace - Known as the Dutch Palace, the Mattancherry Palace in Kochi, Kerala, is a Portuguese palace featuring Kerala murals and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. It is included in the “tentative list” of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
• Paradesi Synagogue - The Paradesi Synagogue, built in 1568, is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. Located in Kochi, Kerala, it is one of seven synagogues of the Malabar Yehudan or Cochin Jewish community in the Kingdom of Cochin.
• Cochin Spice Market - This unpretentious shop offers polished displays and a variety of exotic spices sold in bulk.
• Jain Temple - A prominent Jain place of worship, known for its daily pigeon show and feeding at noon.

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