Being stressed at work is no fun. Plan a short holiday with the kids and make it a memorable one! Come to Cochin, a city that is a bustling commercial centre on one side and a laid-back quaint cultural outpost on the other.
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Step in to Fort Kochi and you are in an entirely different world; it's almost like being transported to another era. The area is considered to be one of the oldest European settlements in India. The streets and ancient buildings reflects a mosaic of different cultures from diverse parts of the world. A leisurely walk down old colonial streets affords a breathtaking view of the Chinese fishing nets along beach, the Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch Palace, the Portuguese and British architecture, all finely blending in with local culture.
Fort Kochi is also as the place for football lovers. Soak in a thrilling game of football during this season of rains in Fort Kochi! The annual Soccer Fest “Shoot the Rain” is held every monsoon at the Fort Kochi Parade grounds; this year, it is scheduled for July 3rd and 4th. The Fest brings together soccer teams from all over Kerala, setting aside all social differences.
Football and culture make for a heady mix. You can soak in some heritage during your stay here by booking into the Abad Grande Residencia! Once the beautiful house of the Koder family, the most illustrious Jewish family in Cochin, it is now one of the most gracious hospitality centres in the city. The long verandas, the Portuguese doors and windows and the open courtyard are all hallmarks of another century, which have been lovingly restored. You can also experience a hot oil bath and rejuvenate yourself at the Ayurvedic spa, Revival.
It's namaste to football and history this July! Click here to plan a great vacation now!
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