Jewish Heritage Tour: Cranganore and Fort Kochi
1 day
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chendamangalam Synagogue ചേന്ദമംഗലം സിനഗോഗ്, Kottayilkovilakam, Ernamulam, Chendamangalam, Kerala 683521, India
We'll visit this sensitively restored synagogue of the Malabar Jews. Based on Indian building traditions, but influenced by visiting traders and imperialists over the centuries, the Chennamangalam synagogue is a wonderful example of the traditions of Keralan vernacular architecture. This architectural style was adapted to Jewish ritual and liturgical requirements, to produce a synagogue that is simple yet beautifully embellished.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Paravur Jewish Synagogue, Ernakulam,, Ernakulam, North Paravur, Kerala 683513, India
This synagogue was also recently renovated.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Paradesi Synagogue, Jew Town Rd Mattancherry, Kochi (Cochin) India
We will visit the Paradesi synagogue, known for its hand-painted tiles and its quaint old chandeliers.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Mattancherry Palace, Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala 682002, India
We'll visit the palace if there is time at the end of the tour
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Church of Saint Francis, Old Kochi, Kochi (Cochin) India
We'll visit the church if there is time at the end of the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chendamangalam Synagogue ചേന്ദമംഗലം സിനഗോഗ്, Kottayilkovilakam, Ernamulam, Chendamangalam, Kerala 683521, India
We'll visit this sensitively restored synagogue of the Malabar Jews. Based on Indian building traditions, but influenced by visiting traders and imperialists over the centuries, the Chennamangalam synagogue is a wonderful example of the traditions of Keralan vernacular architecture. This architectural style was adapted to Jewish ritual and liturgical requirements, to produce a synagogue that is simple yet beautifully embellished.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Paravur Jewish Synagogue, Ernakulam,, Ernakulam, North Paravur, Kerala 683513, India
This synagogue was also recently renovated.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Paradesi Synagogue, Jew Town Rd Mattancherry, Kochi (Cochin) India
We will visit the Paradesi synagogue, known for its hand-painted tiles and its quaint old chandeliers.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Mattancherry Palace, Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala 682002, India
We'll visit the palace if there is time at the end of the tour
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Church of Saint Francis, Old Kochi, Kochi (Cochin) India
We'll visit the church if there is time at the end of the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Included
- Private Transportation with AC vehicle
- Knowledgeable English-speaking Guide
- All Taxes
Not included
- Entrances, meals, and tips
- Entry/Admission - Mattancherry Palace
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
80%
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