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Kochi is one of the major coastal cities of Kerala state of India. Formerly, this city called as Cochin. This beautiful city is politically a part of Ernakulam district and located t 205 kilometers away from state capital Trivandrum. Population of the city according to latest census done in 2011 is 601,574 and this city found the mostly dense populated in entire state. This city is famous since history for the trading of top quality spices and was the center of spice trading. In Periyar river, a massive flood occurred in 1341 and a major portion of this commercial city flown away. Post independence the spice trading given proper attention and preservation too. Owing to the concerted efforts, commercial image of the city came to better. National highway No 47 connects some other cities to Kochi and Metro rail services would start shortly as the project began in Jun 2013 by the name of Kochi Metro. Weekend gateway from Kochi has same flavor as in the city because of the fragrance of real spices. Major places listed as under:- Alleppey Alleppey city, also called Alappuzha, is located at 53 kilometers from Kochi and famous for its backwaters and beautiful beaches. Temples and Churches of this city are special importance with the religious view and are the best weekend celebration destination located round Kochi. Connectivity has no problem by any means of transport. Kumarakom Kumarakom is one of the best places to visit backwaters, beaches and bird watching points located at 50 kilometers from Kochi. Kumarakom has the connectivity from nearby tourist destinations. National highway No 47 connects this city from Kochi and more. Munnar Munnar is the beautiful hill station located in Idukki district and at the distance of 130 KM from Kochi city. Munnar is famous for its surroundings of hillocks and greenery. Large meadows, springs and snaky ways are the main attraction to celebrate weekends. This place has connections from all other important tourist destinations in the state. Thekkady Thekkady is located at 165 kilometers away from Kochi and famous for its wildlife sanctuaries. In the lake, a large number of migratory birds are habiting. Tigers, panthers and Barking Deers are some of the main quadrupeds naturally habited there. This is one of the best place located near Kochi. Coimbatore Coimbatore is an industrial city located at 187 kilometers from Kochi and connected with all major transportations. Wildlife sanctuaries of Coimbatore, Temples, Churches, Museums and Parks are the finest locations in the city. Kozhikode Kozhikode is located at 190 kilometers from Kochi and famous for its beautiful sights of backwaters. Water sports in backwaters of this city are world famous. Fishing, Waterfalls and temples of city are other major locations for visitors. Trivandrum Trivandrum is located at 205 kilometers from Kochi. Trivandrum is the state capital and has dual attractions. One is religious and another one is concerned with tourism only. This city has more than 1000 temples and majority of them are of between 8th and 16th century. This Article is being submitted on behalf of India's Best travel site. Get More detail about Kochi tourism, How To reach Kochi ,Kochi Hotels, Places to see in Kochi .
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