The Willingdon Island is one of the largest man-made islands in India which is named after Lord Willingdon, one of the British Viceroy of India. It is located in Kochi, Kerala and it links Kochi with other seaports of the world. The island is home to some of the best hotels and commercial and industrial buildings of the district. The mesmerizing backwaters of Kerala surround this beautiful island.

Willingdon Island is significant as the habitat for the Port of Kochi and the Kochi Naval Base of the Indian Navy and Central Institute of Fisheries Technology. The island is a habitat for other establishments related to the port as well, including, the Office of the Cochin Port Trust, the Customs Office, and two dozen export-import offices, warehouses, a few hotels and business centers. One must visit this place at least once, to experience serenity and rare natural beauty.

Fort Kochi has a quaint ambience and the colonial buildings, telling the tales of centuries-old cultural and commercial interaction with the colonial powers of the West, makes a big impression.

The history of Fort Kochi is fascinating with various European powers - the Portuguese in 1500, the Dutch in 1663 and the British in the 18th century – invading, controlling, looting and at the same time enriching the place.

Overlooking the serene backwaters of Kerala is Marine Drive, which is one of the most popular hangouts in the city of Kochi. It is a picturesque promenade with a walkway of about three kilometres and is an amazing place to spend some time leisurely, either in the company of loved ones or even some alone time. The walkway of Marine Drive is filled with people during the evening who visit the place to have the view of the sun setting over the calm sea. Unsurprisingly, this is quite a popular destination for morning and evening walks as well. Owing to its popularity among both locals and tourists, a number of shopping centres, malls and eateries find a place here. The Marine drive in Kochi is one of the best places to spend quality time in the city and provides an amazing view of the sea.

Bolgatty Palace is a former palace built by the Dutch in India, located on the island popularly known as Bolghatty Island in Kochi, Kerala. One of the oldest existing Dutch palaces outside Holland, this quaint mansion, built in 1744 by Dutch traders, was later extended and gardens were landscaped around it. The building was then the Governor's palace for the commander of Dutch Malabar, and later in 1909 was leased to the British. It served as the home of the British Governors, being the seat of the British Resident of Cochin during the British Raj.

Bolgatty Palace is a former palace built by the Dutch in India, located on the island popularly known as Bolghatty Island in Kochi, Kerala. One of the oldest existing Dutch palaces outside Holland, this quaint mansion, built in 1744 by Dutch traders, was later extended and gardens were landscaped around it. The building was then the Governor's palace for the commander of Dutch Malabar, and later in 1909 was leased to the British. It served as the home of the British Governors, being the seat of the British Resident of Cochin during the British Raj.