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Kochi is connected by Indian Airlines and private airlines with major cities in India by air and well connected by Rail and Road with all India. Also due to starting of Kokan Railway, the travel time to Kochi has been reduced by 12 hrs from Mumbai. The Kerala Inland Water Transport Corporation operates regular backwater boat service to Kollam ( 8hrs). SPORTS operates tour to  Lakshadweep Islands from Kochi from Mid-September to Mid-May.

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Alwaye(21 Km):Alwaye, on the banks of the river Periyar, is famous Shalvaite pilgrim center and a summer resort.

Vaikom(31 Km): Vaikom is famous for temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Cranganore or Kodungallore(32 Km): Cranganore(Muzirls) as in the olden times, the premier sea port on India's west coast. It was Kerala's first international harbour and it was here that St. Thomas is believed to have landed in 52 AD.

Kalady(45 Km):Kalady is the birth place of Adi Shankarcharya, the great Indian philosopher of the 8th century AD. There are two shrines here, both maintained by the Sringeri Mutt. In addition to this, there is an ancient Shree Krishna temple and a recently constructed international Temple dedicated to Ramakrishna Deva.

Malayattur(53 Km):It is famous for the Catholic Church situated on the 609 metre high Malayattur hill dedicated to St. Thomas.

Ettumanoor(63 Km): Famous for an ancient Shiva Temple.

Alleppey(Alappuzha)(64 Km): The center for back water cruises in Kerala and  has often been referred  to as the Venice of the East, an unfair comparison, for this commercial town built along the Vembanaad Lake combines the charm of a network of backwater canals with lush Kerala countryside. This is the heart of the backwaters, and many of the snakeboat racing events are held here. Nehru Trophy boat race, is held here on the second Saturday of August every year.

Ambalapuzha(76 Km):Famous for temple of Lord Krishna.

Kottayam(76 Kms): Kottayam is busy commercial city with the backwaters to its west and rubber, tea, coffee, pepper and cardamom plantations on its east.

Athirappally and Vazhachal(77 Km): These waterfalls, situated near the entrance of the Sholayar ranges are of great scenic beauty.

Thrissur(80 Km): Former capital of Cochin state, Thrissur is famous for the Vadakkumnatha Temple and is the venus of the annual Pooram Festival held in April/May.The town is also known for its wood carvings and temple-arts. 

Kumarakom(80 Km): A lovely village surrounded by paddy fields and the Vembanand lake. Tourists can enjoy a backwater trip here.

Haripad(94 Kms):Famous for the :lord Subramanya, Temple and the major snake-boat race held at Payipad (3 Km from Haripad) during Onam in August/September.

Peechi(96 Km):A lovely   modern irrigation project site and ideal holiday spot with facilities for boating and swimming.

Cheruthuruthi (100 Km):Kerala Kalamandam, the training center for Kerala's art forms such as Kathakali, Mohinlattam, etc. was established  here in 1930.

Mannarsala(100 KM):It is famous for the snake (Nagaraja) temple situated in the forests. Festivals are held here in August, November and December.

Guruvayur(108 Km): A temple town known for its temple celebration, and just 25 Km from Thrissur. It is famous for the ancient shrine of Lord Krishna, which attracts a large number of devotees every day. Non Hindus are not allowed inside the temple.A ten-day festival in February-March is a highlight of the town.

Munnar: (138 Km):A three-hour ride from Kochi will take you to Munnar, a hill resort in the Western Ghats. Tea plantations abound in its salubrious climate; there are lakes and streams, two wildlife sanctuaries. It is the highest town in the state at an altitude of 1524 meters with a cool bracing climate. 

Idukki/Thekkady(192 Km):The Idduki hydro-electric project is the biggest of its kind in Kerala. The dam is surrounded by wilderness and the Idukki wildlife sanctuary.In the Idukki district of Kerala in Thekkady, is the Periyar National Park, one of the finest game sanctuaries in the country. Here you will see wild elephants from motor  launches in the lake that was formed by artificially damming the river Periyar. Besides elephants, the sanctuary boasts of wild boar, bison, deer and tiger, though the last are difficult to spot. Good accommodation is available in Thekkady in period hotels. 

Malampuzha(154 Km):With its lake created by a high dam and terrace gardens, Malampuzha provides a tranquil holiday. Boating facilities are also available. 

Palghat(Palakkad)(163 Km):A big agricultural town it is a gateway to the Malampuzha dam and its garden. Haider Ali built a fort here in 1766. It lies on the border of Tamilnadu, at the foothills of the Western Ghats. In this natural setting of streams, rivers and forests, visitors will find a fort built in 1766 by Hyder Ali of Mysore, temples and several picturesque picnic spots.

Kottakal(168 Km):Kottakal is famous for the Kottakal Arya Vaidya Sala, a pioneering center for Ayurveda, Kerala's traditional system of health and medicine.

Wynad: One of the most beautiful of Kerala's hill regions is Wynad, located on the foothill borders of the state adjacent to both Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. This low hill district is home to Kerala's tribals, has several temples, and its Lakkdi area is known for its scenic beauty.  Overnight accommodation is available.

TRANSPORT: Taxi and Auto-rickshaws are available.