Exploring Cochins Own Piece Of Paradise At Willingdon Island

Ideally situated in the state of Kerala, the city of Cochin is one of the most spectacular natural ports on the globe

. Famed as the single existing all-weather port on the western shores of the country, it is also the home of breathtaking Willingdon Island. Constructed during India's colonial period from the scoured materials found when deepening the Kochi harbour, it is also one of the finest man-made islands in the nation.

Having been the site of choice for the Royal Air Force base and aerodrome, this island also housed the only airport in Kochi before it was moved to its current location in Nedumbessary. Quietly nestled in the district of Ernakulam, the breathtaking island was named after British viceroy Lord Willingdon who played a key role in developing the island from its early days.

Connected to the mainland via the railway and road route across Venduruthy Bridge, the island now serves as a major port in south India while also housing the Southern Naval headquarters. A popular landmark in Kerala, the island has transformed from a bustling shipping harbor to a thriving commercial district with every modern convenience imaginable. A hub for tourists from all over the world, the industrial headquarters of several renowned companies are also set up here.

Complemented with scenic ocean vistas, the island is also located near the Cochin shipyard. The venue also provides many a pleasant distraction with quaint travel agencies, warehouses and vibrant souvenir shops lining its busy streets. Offering guests all the charm of a former colonial city with all its inherent history and appeal, Willingdon Island is paradise realized in southern India.

For those on the lookout for a luxury Ernakulam hotel there can be no better rest than The Gateway Hotel Marine Drive Ernakulam. With a wide range of exclusive and resplendent amenities one would be hard-pressed to find a finer establishment within this captivating quarter of Cochin.

by: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

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