Kochi has a natural harbor and is located at the entrance to the backwaters near the Arabian Sea, which gives it a rich maritime heritage.
Kochi was settled by the Portugese in the 16th C, becoming one of India's first European colonies. Some of the historical sights include the oldest church in India, mosques, 500 year old Portugese houses, a 1
6th C synagogue and a Portugese palace.
Fort Cochin and Mattancherry are a blend of medieval Portugal, Holland and English country village. The Chinese fishing nets are also distinct to Kochi - only found here! A whole stretch of the coast along Fort Kochi and Vypeen are dotted with these nets.
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