Kochi or Cochin is popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea, also flaunts one of the finest natural harbours of the world. and was the centre of the world spice trade for many centuries. Old Kochi loosely refers to a group of islands which comprise Willingdon Island, Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, etc. Today Kochi includes Ernakulam city, old parts of Kochi, Kumbalangi, and outlying islands. It is one of the principal tourist destinations of Kerala. Attractions: Back waters of Kochi Marine drive Hill palace Mattancherry palace Jewish Synagogue Santa cruz Basilica Bolghatty Palace St Francis Church Veegaland (Wonder la) Lulu Mall Chinese fishing nets Kerala Folklore Theater and Museum Kerala Kathakali Centre Around Kochi: Athirappilly falls (85 kms 1 ½ hrs) Cherai beach(32 km 1 hr) Kalady (32km 1 hr) Bhoothathankettu (50 km) Chottanikara temple (20km) Guruvayoor (75 km) Thattekad Bird Sanctuary (60 km) Kodanad (Elephant kraal) (42 km) How to reach: By Air Cochin international airport By Train Ernakulam Junction/Ernakulam Town By Bus K.S.R.T.C Bus station