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Overview

  • •Kochi, formerly Cochin, is a cosmopolitan city in Kerala (Keralam) with a bustling commercial port.
  • •Kochi is the financial and commercial capital of Kerala and, with a population of more than 2.1 million (2011), the biggest conurbation in the state.

Major Festivals

The Cochin Carnival (Dec 20-Jan 2)

January •

The Cochin Carnival (Dec 20-Jan 2) is the biggest carnival festival in the city. Started in 1582 as part of Portuguese New Year's celebrations.

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The Maradu Kottaram Devi Temple hosts India's second largest fireworks as part o

March •

Takes place in the festival grounds of Maradu with mega fireworks display lasting for 1½ hours for last two days.

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The Onam Festival (ten day festival mid-August to mid-September)

August •

The Onam Festival (ten day festival mid-August to mid-September) is the state festival of Kerala originating in Kochi. It is based on the legend of welcoming the mythical King Mahabali whose capital was believed to be at the current site of Thrikakkara Temple.

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