Most often, the city of Ernakulam is known along with the Kochi city (Cochin) since they are clubbed into one and are known as twin cities. Call it Ernakulam or Kochi, it would not make much difference, both are located side by side. In fact, Ernakulam comprises the main, urban portion of the twin cities (known as Kochi) and Kochi comprises the port area. Both are part of the Ernakulam district of Kerala State in India.
The city of Ernakulam is a commercial hub. Back in time it was the capital of the Cochin Princely State. It is one of the pioneer cities of India to achieve maximum literacy rate and it has incorporated all religions equally. The city appears modern, but, the localities have great respect towards their tradition. With spice trade they prospered.
Ernakulam is known as the gateway of Kerala due to its connectivity. Most of the Kerala tourists start their journey from this city. Cochin has an International Airport which is connected to cities of Middle East, Singapore and Malaysia. The airport is located at a distance of about 27 km from the main city. New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai and Kolkata are connected by regular flights. The city experiences coastal climate. It faces heavy monsoon. Best season would be the winter from a tourist’s point of view.
The city is well connected by road (NH-47) and railways also. The Ernakulam Railway Junction has two stations. Trains are available to reach all major metro cities of India. Even Ferries are available from Cochin/ Ernakulam to visit Goa, Mumbai, Lakshadweep, Colombo and Male. Hire car Ernakulam for a drop from the Cochin harbor to the city of Ernakulam. Clear Car Rentals provides 24*7 services to its customers.
Ernakulam is an urban city catering all kinds of visitors. There are many places worth visiting in and around the city. Ernakulam Car Rentals saves both your money and time. We provide sufficient information about the city along with convenient travel packages.
Places of attraction: We cover both Cochin and Ernakulam since tourist spots are spread in both the cities. Temples, churches, beaches and museums are the main attractions. Ernakulam is the gateway to reach out the famous hill station Munnar (approximately 3 hours journey by taxi) and the Periyar reservoir (4 hours journey).
Main commercial area and the transport hub is Ernakulam. The area hosts residential complexes, shopping arcades, and commercial centers.
Fort Kochi is the old Kochi area housing colonial buildings and antique shops. You can spend some time on the beach of Fort Kochi. Explore churches here. Mattancherry area is adjacent to Fort Kochi comprising a Dutch Palace, and Jewish Synagogue.
The Hill Palace museum located in Thripunthura is just 12 k away from Ernakulam. Explore paintings and artifacts belonging to Travancore Royal families. Online Cab Booking could be done for local and outstation traveling. Browse details of Cheap Car Rental Services Ernakulam on our website.
