The Cheria Beach: (45 km form Ernakulam city) :

This lovely beach lordering Bypeen island is ideal for swimming.

Dolphins are occasionally seen here. A typical Kerala village with paddy fields and coconut groves nearby is an added attraction.

The Fort Kochi Beach: (12 km from Ernakulam city) :

A leisurely walk through the lanes of the city is the best way to discover historic Fort Kochi.

An obscure fishing village that became the first European township in India, Kochi has an eventful and colorful history. The town was shaped by the Portuguese, the Dutch and later the British.

The result of these cultural interfaces are seen in the remains of the Indo European architecture here.