Kochi (India) / 7 photo spots
7 Instagram spots around Kochi (India)
Kochi in Kerala has historic streets in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry as well as a waterside promenade in Ernakulam. Hill Palace is a separate trip to Thrippunithura.
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Chinese Fishing Nets Vasco da Gama Square
From the Vasco da Gama Square walkway in Fort Kochi, frame the fishing nets against the water. Keep off the working structures and leave nearby security areas and vessels out of the shot.
Search Google MapsSanta Cruz Basilica Fort Kochi
From outside Santa Cruz Basilica, use the twin spires as a vertical composition. This is an active church, so keep entrances clear and ask before taking photos inside.
Search Google MapsPrincess Street Fort Kochi
At Loafer’s Corner, look along Princess Street for a row of historic façades and shopfronts. Photograph from a safe place at the side of the street and ask before including people or shop displays.
Search Google MapsJew Town Mattancherry
Jew Town is the narrow street between Mattancherry Palace and the synagogue. From the street, use the antique shopfronts as a frame. Ask before photographing merchandise or people and keep the synagogue entrance clear.
Search Google MapsMarine Drive Kochi
On the Marine Drive pedestrian promenade in Ernakulam, frame the backwater and waterfront buildings together. Keep port facilities, security areas and vessels out of the image.
Search Google MapsVOC Gate Fort Kochi
At the edge of the Parade Ground, look toward the historic VOC Gate and its monogram. Keep to accessible paths and leave space for people using the ground.
Search Google MapsHill Palace Museum Thrippunithura
At Hill Palace in Thrippunithura, use the garden paths to frame a pond or the palace exterior. The site has an entrance fee. Photography is prohibited inside the museum, so keep your camera for the outdoor areas and follow posted rules.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Kerala Tourism, Chinese fishing nets and Vasco da Gama Square
- Kerala Tourism, Santa Cruz Basilica
- Kerala Tourism, Princess Street and Loafer’s Corner
- Kerala Tourism, Jew Town and antique shops
- Kerala Tourism, Marine Drive Kochi
- Kerala Tourism, Parade Ground and VOC Gate
- Kerala Tourism, Hill Palace and photography rule
- Kerala Tourism, Hill Palace Museum visitor information
- FCDO, India safety and security advice