Reserve Homestay in Cochin Today for Exceptional Christmas Celebrations

[Akriti Yadav]

For the visitors, a Homestay in Cochin is a great accommodation option. It offers a cozy, amiable environment, and an exclusive glimpse into the culture and traditions of Cochin, which is far better than any guidebook you may read. From days prior to Christmas, the city takes on a festive garb, with homes and churches twinkling with lights; and you can spot cribs and Christmas trees everywhere. People in Kochi celebrate Christmas with conventional charm and glory. It is also the time of the Cochin Carnival with the festivities reaching culmination on the New Year's Eve. This is surely a special time to be here.

Why Homestay is a good option?

While hotels in Fort Kochi are a perennial favorite, people today are looking for a more personalized experience, during their visit here. Thus, a homestay seems a perfect choice. In Fort Kochi, these places are practically overflowing with over a 100 options available in all budget ranges. By booking these, you will get a unique experience during Christmas time in the city and celebrate it just like the locals. Savor local cuisine, that is homemade, hygienic, and delicious!

Churches in Kochi

Sparkling decorations like stars, streamers, and baubles adorn and illuminate the houses, the churches, the shops, and the roads in Kochi for Christmas celebration. In Ernakulum, St. Mary's Basilica is popular for celebrating the Midnight Mass with the Archbishop. The same verve prevails at St. Francis Cathedral Basilica. The Portuguese built the Cathedral Basilica of Santa Cruz in 1505, and since then it has been an eminent place for Christmas celebrations. Often, visitors take part in the Midnight Mass at Fort Kochi.

Carnival

A Homestay in Cochin gives visitors the chance to soak in the merriment of the Christmas carnival, and experience the festivities from a close range. It is a time for partying, games, and grand processions, with caparisoned elephants being the cynosure of all eyes. Held in the last week of December, since the Portuguese rule, it is a fantastic affair replete with music, drums, and folk dances. On the day of the New Year, a massive procession is the highlight of the week long celebrations.

Sightseeing

When you are in Kochi for Christmas, make it a point to visit the important tourism locations in the city. The Hotels in Fort Kochi offer you a brilliant chance to explore the city on foot. As you walk along the avenues here, you will come across vibrant cafes, eating joints, and colonial homes, all part of its prevailing Cosmopolitan culture. Mattancherry is a nearby destination known for its pleasant weather. This is where the St. Francis Church is located; it is the first European structure to be built in India in 1503. For some time, this famous church housed the remains of Vasco Da Gama who died here.

So, come Reserve Homestay in Cochin Today for Exceptional Christmas Celebrations!