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Kerala |
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A place known to have its origin in ancient scriptures. Sashaying coconut trees, network of backwaters, sprawling sunny beaches, showery monsoons, misty mountains, mysterious jungles, cascading waterfalls, all within close proximity. A truly unique place with unique confluence. Wooing one and all with its natural treasures, art forms and festivals. Kerala, a destination by itself since time immemorial. |
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Kochi |
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The commercial capital of Kerala, strategically located right in the center of Kerala, offering easy access to important tourist spots in the state. Also known as the Heritage city where the traditional hospitality is as old as its culture. Equipped with one of the finest natural harbor, Cochin also has a history of long standing Maritime importance. And since time immemorial, the Arabs, the Chinese, the Portuguese the Dutch, the British have followed the sea routes to Cochin, leaving their impressions here. |
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Bolghatty Island: |
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Dutch built Bolghatty palace in 1744 at this island surrounded by backwaters. For the people of Kochi, Bolghatty island is an ideal place to unwind. Now, the palace is functioning as a heritage hotel with a golf course and honeymoon cottages. Bolghatty Island is 2 kms away from the hotel. |
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Chinese Fishing Nets: |
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Though the Chinese nets are historic monuments, people use it for new versions for fishing. Chinese fishing nets are a fascinating sight at the entrance of Cochin harbour. Cochin is 2 Kms away from the hotel.
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Dutch Palace: |
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The Portuguese built it in AD 1555 and presented to Raja Veera Kerala Varma of Kochi. In 1663, Dutch renovated the palace. This palace is famous for the murals portraying scenes from epics Ramayana, Mahabharatha and some of the Hindu legends . The palace also features Dutch maps of old Kochi, royal palanquins, coronation robes of former maharajas of Kochi and contemporary pieces of furniture. Dutch Palace is 20 Km from the hotel. |
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Willingdon Island: |
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This is a manmade island named after Lord Willingdon a former British Viceroy to india. Cochin Harbour, Southern Naval Command, Best hotels in the city, Port Trust head quarters, major trading centers etc. are situated at Willingdon Island. Willingdon Island is 12 kms away from the hotel. |
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Athirapally |
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At the entrance to the Sholayar ranges, this 80-foot waterfall is a popular picnic spot. The falls are very popular with tourists. Combined with the greenery, it infuses freshness into any tired soul. The Athirapally Falls join the Chalakkudy River after plummeting the drop. Athirapally Falls is 42 Kms away from the hotel. |
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Periyar wildlife sanctuary, Thekkady. |
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One of the largest wildlife reserves in India, the Periyar wildlife sanctuary is more popular as a tiger reserve. A boat ride on the splendid Periyar Lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary. The greatest attraction here is the herds of the wild elephants that come down to the lake to frolic in the water. Tiger, Sambar, Bison, Spotted Deer, Leopard, Malabar Flying Squirrel, Stripe-necked Mongoose and so on can also be spotted in the forest Kumily, and important spice trade center, lies in the periphery of the sanctuary. Thekkady is 185 kms away from the hotel. |
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Munnar |
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Munnar is situated at the confluence of three-mountain streams. 1600 m above sea level, this hill station was the summer resort of the British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular hill station. Neelakurinji is the flower which bathes the hills in blue once in every twelve years, will bloom next in 2006 AD. Munnar also has the highest peak in south India, Anamudi-which towers over 2695m. Anamudi is an ideal spot for trekking. Munnar is 95 kms away from the hotel. |
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