Bygone Fort Cochin | Fort Kochi

A reflection of contemporary Fort Cochin and its stories since Independence

With the departure of the British, Fort Cochin witnessed the transition of the town from British Cochin to Fort Cochin, a little enclave of sorts where both history and modernity seemingly merged. We take a look at this "Vintage Fort Cochin", its people and its institutions that evoked a breath of life into this historical town.

As time marches forward, the spirit of Fort Cochin continues to inspire. Its story echoes through the ages, reminding us of the beauty in embracing diversity, fostering togetherness, and cherishing our shared heritage. Vintage Fort Cochin is a window to an era filled with love, life, and harmony—a legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who called it home. This walk is a tribute to the timeless spirit of Fort Cochin.

Note: This walk mainly covers modern and contemporary history of Fort Cochin from the 20th century. Recommended for advanced explorers.

The tour can be ended with a sumptuous curated meal at a local eatery. See Lila Fort Kochi Food Connection.

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Focus: Modern history, politics, art, culture, music, pop culture, people, places

Duration: ~2 Hours

Distance: ~2 Kms

Private Tour Time slots: 4:30pm, Mon-Fri

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✪ Highlights

Get introduced to the post-independence era and the cultural imprints that has transformed the town from being the spice capital to an art capital.
Learn the background story of a famous song that has become synonymous with the soul of Kochi.
See the historical fort area from the eyes of modern history and its makers.
Hear inspiring stories of the visionaries from Fort Kochi in the field of politics, music, art, culture, history, and more.

✪ What's included

Tour led by a knowledgeable local storyteller.
Snack & refreshments
Visit a local home in Fort Kochi.

✪ What's excluded

This is a walking trail, and we do not use vehicles.
Hotel pickups and drops.
Meals (can be added, see Lila Fort Kochi Connection)
Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.
We do not provide umbrellas, raincoats, hats/caps, face-masks or sanitizers.
We do not enter any heritage monuments except what is mentioned in the inclusions.

✪ Traveller Tips

Please carry your own water bottle.
We recommend wearing comfortable footwear and using sunscreen.
Please also carry your own umbrella/raincoat or cap/hat/sunglasses (as the weather dictates).

✪ Mandates

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.
We will be serving refreshments / meals (if applicable) in places that follow hygiene and sanitary guidelines approved by The Kochi Heritage Project.

✪ Cancellation & Refund Policy

The Kochi Heritage Project works on a 100% advance payment before the walk. Tour bookings shall be confirmed only once The Kochi Heritage Project receives full payment.
Tour can be cancelled up to 7 days before their start for a full refund. Tour cancellation made between 7 to 3 days of the tour incur a 50% cancellation fee and within 3 days of the tour date incur a 100% cancellation fee, though they can be rescheduled for no additional fees.
No refunds will be issued in case an attendee/attendees fail to turn up for the tour.
All of our tours are rain or shine, and will only be cancelled due to extreme weather conditions. If a guest chooses to cancel a tour due to weather, the above policy stands.
Cancellation of a tour due to circumstances beyond the control of The Kochi Heritage Project including but not limited to an act of God, riots, war, strikes, civil unrest, terrorism, governmental regulations, floods, earthquakes, fire, extreme weather and other natural disasters, shall be made at The Kochi Heritage Project's sole discretion without notice. Actual costs incurred on special arrangements made for the tour (if any), including cancellation charges on vehicles booked shall be deducted.
The Kochi Heritage Project shall at its discretion be entitled to cancel any tour on a full refund of the fees to the guest for any reason that the company may deem fit with or without prior notice to the guest.
Payment of refund shall be made within 15 days of walk cancellation. (subject to the above cancellation policy)

Bygone Fort Cochin | Fort Kochi

A reflection of contemporary Fort Cochin and its stories since Independence

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