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The Bishops’ House: Built by the Portuguese governor as his residence in1506,
the Bishop’s house stands on a little hillock near the parade ground. The
facade of the house is characterized by large Gothic Arches and has a
circular garden path winding upto the main entrance. Dom Jos Gomes
Ferreira, the 27th Bishop of the Diocese of Kochi, whose jurisdiction is
extended over Burma, Malaya, and Cylon acquired this building. Ph: 0484
2215400.
Santa Cruze Basilica: This historic church was built by the Portuguese and was
elevated to the cathedral by Pope Pual IV in 1558. In 1795 it fell into the
hands of the British, when they took over Kochi and was demolished. About
a 100 years later Bishop Dom Gomes Ferreira commissioned a new building
at the same site. The church was proclaimed a Basilica in 1984 by Pope John
Paul II. Ph: 0484 2215799.
Adi Sankara Janmabhumi Temple: The Adi Sankara-Sharadamba Temple
complex draws a great number of pilgrims is open to all religion. Peoples
from all parts of the world visit this Temples for spiritual solace and
peace of mind. Ph: 0484 2462350
Cherai Beach: One of the loveliest of beaches in India. Sandwitched between backwaters and the Arabian Sea. It is the ideal spot for tourists.
Cherai is located at 20 kms away from the city of Eranakulam and 25 km from
the International Airport.
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