Saint Francis Church, in Fort Kochi, Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European churches in India and has historical significance as a witness to the European colonial ambitions in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 when he was on his third visit to India. His body was originally buried in this church, but after fourteen years his remains were relocated to Lisbon and is now interred at Jerónimos Monastery.

Chinese fishing nets are a type of stationary lift net in India. They are fishing nets that are fixed land installations for fishing.

The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi, Kochi, is one of the nine basilicas in India. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala.

Dutch Cemetery situated at Fort Kochi in Ernakulam was consecrated in 1724 and is today managed by the Church of South India.

Fort Kochi beach is a beach along the Arabian Sea situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi in South India, Kerala state. Fort Kochi beach, with its clean premises and tranquil atmosphere, is frequented by tourists as well as the local people.

Its a beautiful 100 years + old jain temple on the posh malabar hill area. Its very peaceful and calm inside with beautiful architecture and paiintings.

Explore the Spice Market when you travel to Kochi - Expedia's Spice Market information guide keeps you in the know!

The Mattancherry Palace is a palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of Kerala which features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi.

Jew Town situated at Mattancherry in Fort Kochi is famous for its antique shopping avenues and is a favourite haunt of antique hunters.

The Paradesi Synagogue aka Cochin Jewish Synagogue or the Mattancherry Synagogue is a synagogue located in Mattancherry Jew Town, a suburb of the city of Kochi, Kerala, in India. It was built in 1568 A.D. by Samuel Castiel, David Belila, and Joseph Levi for the flourishing Paradesi Jewish community in Kochi.

Mattancherry, is a historic ward of Kochi, Kerala. It is about 9 km south-west from the city center. Mattanchery is home to many sites of historical and cultural significance, including the Paradesi Synagogue- which was the centre of life in the Jewish Quarter.