Vacations/Holidays are always fun and almost all of us like to spend them away from the home, in the favourite destination. So how about heading towards south to the city of Ernakulam, in the state of Kerala.
Lying at the centre of the Kerala, Ernakulam is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. The city has always been significant historically and religiously. It is one of the most oldest cities in the world and has been the site of human settlement since long. According to records the city dates back to the Stone Age. Monuments like the Dolmen and rock-cut caves are the existing evidences of this fact. Owning its religious importance, the city is one of the most sacred cities in southern India. It is believed that the city has been derived after the world-renowned Ernakulathappan temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a magnificent temple and is a venue for worshipping and sightseeing.
Historically, the city was an important part of Chera Dynasty and was the capital of Kingdom of Cochin, which together made the rich history of the city. Today, the remnants of these are present in different parts of the city, which are also the major tourist spots in Ernakulam tourism. Talking about tourism, it is one of the most popular tourist destination in Southern India. Ernakulathapan temple, Muruga Temple, Hanuman Temple, Pavakkulam Mahadeva Temple, Subhash Park, Rajeev Gandhi Indoor Stadium, and Jawahar Lal Nehru International Stadium, are some of the prime attractions in the city. In addition to these, the city is also a good holiday destination for travellers who like to spend their holidays amidst of luxuries and amenities of a modern city.
Coming to the accommodation part, finding a comfortable accommodation in the city is pretty easy as there are several good hotels in Ernakulam to choose from. Whether you are looking for a new-modern hotel or hotel that has decades of experience; ultra-luxurious hotel or a cheap hotel, you can find all. Following are two most popular hotels in the region, that are best fit for people seeking comforts and modern amenities.
NM Royale County – The hotel is a 4 Star property and is located at KRL Road, and is just 3.81 km from the railway station. It is an ideal option for travellers seeking luxuries and modern amenities. The good thing about the hotel is that room rates are economical. The hotel offers good set of facilities and conveniences at reasonable prices. It consists of lavishly appointed rooms that are replete with state-of-art amenities and consist elegant decor. There is a 24 hr front office available and check-in starts after 12 PM.
Palm Grove Service Villa – If money is your concern then this is the hotel that you should look for. It is one of the most popular budget hotels in Ernakulam. The hotel is ideal for the tourists as it is located in amidst of beautiful surrounding, and also offers tour services to its guests. The hotel can be reached conveniently from the bus stop and railway station. In addition, it also offers airport/railway station transport facility. Several major tourist attractions are situated in close proximity of the hotel, making it easy for the guests to conveniently access the tourist spots. The rooms are pretty basic and contain elementary amenities. However, they do offer a comfortable stay. Guests can check-in anytime after 12 PM.
Reaching the city is pretty easy. Flights are a popular way to reach the city. The nearest airport to the city is in Cochin, which connects the city to all major cities in the nation. Besides, Bangalore is the nearest city to Ernakulam, and there are several frequent Bangalore to Ernakulam flights and vice-verse.
Martin Wynn
