Uncover the mysteries of Muziris, an ancient South Indian seaport with trade links to Phoenicians, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Visit historical sites near Cochin on this day excursion.
Uncover the mysteries of Muziris, an ancient South Indian seaport with trade links to Phoenicians, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Visit historical sites near Cochin on this day excursion.
- St . Thomas Church, Palayur - You will be picked up from your hotel in Cochin in the morning. Your first stop will be at the Pattanam archaeological site where excavations carried out for the search of the port of Muziris revealed the existence of an indigenous population in the 1st century B.C. that continued to thrive till the 10th century A.D….
- St . Thomas Church, Palayur - You will be picked up from your hotel in Cochin in the morning. Your first stop will be at the Pattanam archaeological site where excavations carried out for the search of the port of Muziris revealed the existence of an indigenous population in the 1st century B.C. that continued to thrive till the 10th century A.D. Spend some time looking at the artifacts that were recovered from these excavations.
Next drive to St. Thomas Church in the town of Kodungallur. This is the oldest church of Kerala and is believed to be located at the site where St. Thomas the Apostle landed in 52 A.D. and built his first church to spread Christianity in India. Today it is a major pilgrimage centre for Christians around the world.
- Private English-speaking guide
- Two bottles of mineral water per person
- Transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
- Private English-speaking guide
- Two bottles of mineral water per person
- Transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
- Food & drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food & drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Muziris, an ancient harbor situated on the Malabar Coast, is in today’s South Indian state of Kerala. This key South Indian trading center maintained economic links with the Phoenicians, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Its rich history dates back to the 1st century B.C. Notable exports included spices, semi-precious gems, ivory, Chinese silks,…
Muziris, an ancient harbor situated on the Malabar Coast, is in today’s South Indian state of Kerala. This key South Indian trading center maintained economic links with the Phoenicians, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Its rich history dates back to the 1st century B.C. Notable exports included spices, semi-precious gems, ivory, Chinese silks, and tortoise shells. The precise whereabouts of Muziris remain uncertain, but it is believed to be about 18 miles from today’s Cochin, in the current town of Kodungallur and Pattanam village. This day trip from Cochin covers various historical spots neighboring the ancient Muziris port.
Key points of interests:
• Chendamangalam handloom weaving center
• Paliam Nalukettu Museum
• Cheraman Juma Masjid, India’s first mosque
- A dress code is required for visiting temples and mosques. Sleeveless tops and shorts are not permitted.
- Remove footwear outside the temple. Socks are fine, you can keep wearing them.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Paliam Nalukettu Museum is closed on Mondays. Chendamangalam handloom factory remains closed on Sundays & national holidays.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
