5 Most Instagrammable Spots In Kochi City For Stunning Photos

Kochi or Cochin is where history, culture and nature combine to make a photographer’s dream. There is a tale everywhere you look in this beach city, and there are so many Instagrammable places to visit here. If you love heritage buildings, quiet backwaters, or frothy street art, Kochi will deliver the goods for you. 

1. Fort Kochi Beach and Chinese Nets Fishing 

Let’s begin with Fort Kochi Beach, where the Arabian Sea meets Kochi’s laid-back ambience. One can’t help but take photographs of the eponymous Chinese fishing nets, rumoured to have been introduced by Chinese merchants in the 14th century. The golden moments between sunrise and sunset are ideal for photographing their silhouettes against the sky. Place a fishing boat or person in the picture and you’ve got an image for a postcard. 

 

Quick Facts  

  • Recommended Visitor Hours: Sunrise and Sunset – golden glow. 
  • Address: Fort Kochi Beach in front of Vasco da Gama Square. 
  • Photo Inspiration: Take pictures of the nets at work, the sun setting or the sandy shores outside your home. 

 

2. Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue  

Jew Town is a vibrant street full of antique stores, spice markets, and Instagram-worthy murals! Through cobbled streets you reach the Paradesi Synagogue, a 16th-century architectural masterpiece. The insides, decorated with Belgian chandeliers and hand-painted tiles, are just as picturesque, although there are no photos allowed inside the synagogue. So don’t worry — Jewish Town’s vivacious facades make up for it. 

 

Quick Facts

  • Visit At: Late Morning or Early afternoon (depending on the sunlight). 
  • Location: Jew Town, Mattancherry.  
  • Photo Inspirations: Photograph the spice markets, the old windows and graffiti-lined streets. 

 

3. Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)  

If you love history and architecture, then this is for you! The Mattancherry Palace or Dutch Palace is a mashup of legends. Its whitewashed walls and minimalistic layout are ideal for wide-angle shots, and the elaborate murals inside add dimension to your collection. Also worth checking out for a few outdoor candid photos, is the surrounding garden. 

 

Quick Facts 

  • Recommended Visit Time: Early morning to bypass the tourist hordes. 
  • Location: Palace Road, Mattancherry.  
  • Photo suggestions: Take the palace façade, or the murals, or a reflection in the garden pond. 

 

4. Marine Drive  

It is on Marine Drive that Kochi’s urban element comes out. The palm trees and cute benches on the promenade are perfect for portraits in a casual setting. Your photographs are accentuated by the view of Vembanad Lake and the coloured ferries and houseboats that drift along it. Visit late in the evening and get a picture of the golden light of the sunset on the water. 

 

Quick Facts

  • When To Visit: From midday to sunset. 
  • Location: Marine Drive, Ernakulam.  
  • Photo Inspiration: Long-exposure photographs of the boats, lakeside selfies, or the water. 

 

5. Princess Street  

Princess Street is one of the oldest streets in Kochi, and it combines colonial heritage with modern vibes. It’s known for its coffee shops, pastel-coloured colonial homes, and painted billboards that Instagramers frequent. Do not rush up and down this street, because at every corner you’ll see something — a quaint mural, an old door, a café on the rooftop. 

 

Quick Facts

  • The Best Time to Visit: Morning or Late afternoon when the lighting is soft. 
  • Location: Near Fort Kochi.  
  • Ideas for Photos: Avoid the windows of the cafés, the murals, and the streetscape shots. 

Final Thoughts  

Kochi is all about incorporating the old and the new. From monuments to swanky streets, this city has something for every photographer. These seven places bring the essence of Kochi alive and promise you incredible pictures to remember and share. 

So, take out your camera, pack your mobile, and let Kochi’s beauty grace your Instagram grid with narrative memories. 

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