Excursions from Cochin

Spend some exciting time exploring the exotic beauties of Cochin. Even when you feel you have seen a lot, there will still be a lot waiting to be discovered! Excursions from Cochin are frequent. Here are some of the most popular places that you can visit from Cochin:

Alappuzha, Kerala:

The place owes its beauty and popularity to the exotic backwater. It has also a plenty of temples that are major tourist attractions. Besides, the place is also home to rare species of migratory birds and many tourists spend hors bird watching and enjoying the natural beauty of the place. Alappuzha is also a well-liked shopping destination. It has the biggest coir industry and there are also beautiful carpets that are sold at affordable price range.

Kalady, Kerala:

This small village is the destination of thousands of Hindu pilgrims. It is the sacred birthplace of Adi Sankaracharya, the great Indian philosopher of the 8th century. There are two shrines in the village that have been erected in the honor of the great saint. The Sringeri Mutt is believed to have been located at the place where Sankaracharya's house existed. And there is also a black pole at the entrance of the building that marks the exact venue of the saint's birth.

Aluva, Kerala:

This has been the birthplace of many famous personalities. Aluva is also dotted with temples. There are also many old and prestigious residential schools in this area.

Malayatoor Church, Kerala:

It is the general belief that Saint Thomas had prayed at this shrine and has been a very important Christian pilgrim for a long time. The visitors have to climb the steep hill of Kurisumudu to reach the church. The church has a beautiful life size statue of Saint Thomas and the impression of his feet on a rock.

Cheeyappara Waterfalls, Kerala:

This beautiful waterfall is also a great place for trekking. Dense green forests surround the waterfall.

Thommankuthu Waterfalls, Kerala:

This waterfall comes down in seven steps and is a real feast for your eyes.