Kerala is no doubt a beautiful tropical state with scenic landscapes and vivid terrains. From the mighty mountains and hill ranges in Munnar to pristine beaches of Kovalam, the state offers something for every kind of traveller. And if you are a local or are residing in Kochi for long, you are lucky to see a new destination every other weekend. Kochi, is one of the busiest cities of Kerala and is strategically located. Kochi can be reached from many places of the state quite easily which makes it easy to travel to serene destinations even over the weekends. We have curated a list of a few weekend getaways from Kochi which you can enjoy over a long weekend.
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Top weekend getaways from Kochi!
Top 7 Places To Travel To From Kochi
1. Munnar
A beautiful South Indian hill station, Munnar is at a distance of only 125 kilometres from Kochi. The quaint little town has exotic tea estates and mesmerising landscapes. Do not forget to visit the Tewa Museum and Mattupetty Dam while on your visit to Munnar.
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The lush green plantations at Munnar!
2. Thrissur
At a distance of around 85 kilometres from Kochi is this temple town which reflects South Indian architecture in a gorgeous manner. The murals at the Vadakkumnathan Temple attracts tourists from all over.
3. Thekkady
Known for its vibrant flora and fauna, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is famous amongst the tourists. With its pleasant weather conditions ideal for outdoor activities, Thekkady is a paradise for nature lovers.
Thekkady is one of the scenic hillstations in Kerala!
4. Alleppey
A trip to Kerala is incomplete with visiting the scenic backwaters at Alleppey. At a distance of around 85 kilometres from Kochi lies the shores of Alleppey. The tourist attractions at Alleppey include Laccadive Sea, St.Andrew's Basilica and Krishnapuram Palace.
The mesmerising backwaters of Alleppey!
6. Vagamon
At a distance of around 110 kilometres from Kochi, this beautiful hill station is nestled amongst lush greenery. It has acres of scenic landscapes that attract tourists all year round to Vagamon.
Vagamon showcases lush greenery!
5. Varkala
At a distance of around 150 kilometres away from Kochi lies the coastal town of Varkala. Known for its gorgeous cliff overlooking the sea, breathing views of the ocean and the most romantic sunsets, Varkala is a must-visit destination from Kochi.
Varkala cliff over looks the ocean!
7. Idukki
Yet another hill station in Kerala, Idukki has numerous wildlife sanctuaries, hiking routes and plantations of spices. It also has dense forests which are also known as the spice gardens.
Which would be the first destination on your list as a weekend getaway from Kochi?
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