Cochin Heritage Carnival 2023: Fort Cochin - A Queen's Story

A perfect introduction to The Queen of the Arabian Sea

Our flagship tour, a favorite for the inquisitive traveller who wants to do more than the usual. This tour is a must-do for anyone who wants to understand the history of Cochin from scratch. From being called the 'Emporium of the World', Cochin received the rare distinction as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea' and in modern times the city transformed itself to become one of India's major tourist hubs and a contemporary art capital still bringing travellers from far and wide. The walk will take you along the remnants of the old European fort town, some of its streets rich with fables of yore and the iconic people who left a mark and changed the course of history as we know it. We sift through 3000 years of the city's past through stories, anecdotes, architecture, culture, food and the people who made an impact in the growth of the town.

About the Storyteller

Johann is the Founder and Chief Storyteller at The Kochi Heritage Project. In addition to storytelling, he is an avid traveller and has been active in the travel industry over the past few years since leaving his corporate career.

He has been documenting Kochi's diverse heritage on digital media, and actively researches and curates sensory immersive heritage experiences to deepen and broaden the understanding of the history, art, architecture, culture, cuisine and the people of Kochi through The Kochi Heritage Project.

Duration, Distance & Terrain:

2.5 Hrs, 1 Kms, mostly flat surfaces and little to no inclines, moderate pace, stopping at various sites along the tour.

Meeting Point:

Meet your storyteller in front of the

Folklore Cultural Theatre, Fort Kochi

https://maps.app.goo.gl/qBPYimuaSxZVH93G8

What's included

• Storyteller
• Snack & refreshment

What's not

• Any personal expenses
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

What to bring:

A cap/hat, rain jacket/ poncho, comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, water bottle.

Guidelines:

• Per head registration cost of the heritage walk is ₹999.
• Wear a mask, & bring your personal sanitiser.
• Since it is a walking tour, guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, a cap/hat, rain jacket/ poncho in case of rain, comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, water bottle.
• Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the reporting time.
• Kindly avoid littering during the walk.
• Please note that tours are subject to weather conditions. If the tour is cancelled due to weather, it will be rescheduled.
• The tour route is in public areas over which we have no control. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable for the behaviour of the public, other tour patrons, or any accidents during the tour.
• Photography is permitted. Videography is not permitted. If you are a researcher, guide, a travel writer, or a blogger, kindly request consent from the Organizer before the tour.
• Please note that we would not be entering inside any heritage monuments for this tour.
• Kindly follow all instructions laid out by the host on the day of the walk.
• Ticket once booked cannot be cancelled or refunded.
• Please refer to our complete tour terms and conditions here.
• Please refer to our cancellation and refund policy here.

About The Kochi Heritage Project

The Kochi Heritage Project is a storytelling initiative to inculcate awareness about heritage, and to create dialogue around the preservation and conservation of heritage in Kochi amongst locals and visitors through heritage and cultural tourism experiences, heritage education and research, and by curating events that promote the city's heritage.