The history of Kochi is very interesting. The influence of the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British reflects strongly in the architecture of city buildings, the old durbar hall is the spice in the dish. Kochi played a pivotal role in the development of shipping and trade in the region. Kochi is home to a naval base and one of India’s busiest ports. It’s twin city, Ernakulum, is an important railhead and industrial center. Cochin shipyard is an endeavor to emerge as an internationally competitive yard and has facilitated the emergence of India as a dominant ship building and ship repair centre of the region. Cochin Shipyard offer quality service, outstanding workmanship, timely delivery, reliable personnel and excellent coordination. Cochin offers unbeatable advantages for the IT Sector. VSNL, is an international telecommunications service provider, and they offers international telephony, IPLCs, Internet services, frame relay services and all other managed data services, and Inmarsat services. The climate in Kochi is a moderately hot and humid place round the year. Kochi is renowned for its breathtakingly scenic and prosperous beauty. Sightseeing in kochi:
Ernakulam: Is the mainland hub of commercial and cultural activity. Ernakulam has managed to retain its old-world calm that most other developing cities manage to lose.
Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, Vypeen Island: This fort hold a very tranquil and picturesque flavour. It sparks charm. Dutch and British architecture make this town beautifully unique.
The St. Francis Church: It is one of the oldest European church on Indian soil. In 1503, the Portuguese Franciscans built it in wood. It now belongs to the Church of South India.
Mattancherry Palace: The Portuguese gifted this palace to the raja in 1556. Detailed and fine murals cover the walls depicting stories from the Hindu epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata and other legends.
The Synagogue and Jew Town in Mattancherry: This town is home for the 20 odd Jews who still live in India. The synagogue dates back to the 17th century and has pretty patterned floor tiles that were brought in from China.
Vypeen: The beaches are very beautiful here. There is an old lighthouse and a 16th century fort.
Together with professional service and modern amenities has made hotel Renaissance the finest hotel at Ernakulam. Free from the hustle-bustle hotel Renaissance is located in the heart of the city. combined with excellent hospitality to serve the business and leisure traveler, hotel Renaissance offers world-class services. There are a number of entertainment options that guests can enjoy at The Renaissance Cochin that include a king size swimming pool and tiny baby pool. The hotel also has gym, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath, beauty parlor and an Ayurvedic massage center. Hotel Renaissance is located at Palarivattom, Cochin (Kochi) just 25 kms. from Cochin Airport and 2 kms from Town - Ernakulam Railway Station. The rooms at the Hotel Renaissance can be categorized as deluxe rooms and suites. All the 47 rooms are lavishly and tastefully decorated which offer a soothing ambiance.
All the rooms at the hotel are equipped with the facilities of 24-hour room service, air conditioning, hot and cold running water, direct dial telephone, channel music, mini bar, hair dryer and attached bathroom. More over charming colors of the wall has added to the beautiful décor of the room. 'The Colossium' is magnificently made to serve the business traveler. Hotel Renaissance also offers conference and banquet facilities. You can avail the beautifully landscaped garden for wedding, reception and cocktail parties. Other conference and banquet halls at the hotel Renaissance:
- The Versailles: Is a broad pillar less hall with a seating capacity of 500 people.
- The Kensington: With a seating capacity of 100-125 people the Kensington is a medium banquet hall with a seating capacity of 100-125 people.
- The Windsor: Another pillar less hall offering a beautiful view of the lawn and swimming pool and has a seating capacity of 40-50 people.
- The Marco Polo: Is a peaceful boardroom with a seating capacity of 10-15 people.
- The Vasco da Gama: is a mini conference hall with a seating capacity of 20-25 people. '
- The Wall Street: Business center and is equipped with all the modern amenities and has a lounge and two cabins for private meetings.
Drinks and dining at the Hotel Renaissance is a pleasant experience. To enjoy the authentic oriental cuisine, you can try the rooftop restaurant at The Renaissance Hotel Cochin. The well-stocked bar has a cozy ambiance and serves the finest liquors. Rasleela is another restaurant, which offers tasty food. The coffee shop serves international cuisines and hot and cold drinks round-the-clock. Indian food is the specialty of the restaurant and its temple architecture is simply miraculous.
Other Facilities at the Hotel Renaissance
- Room service
- H/C running water
- Telephone,
- T.V., Channel music
- Swimming pool
- Centrally Air-conditioned
- Doctor on call
- Beauty Parlor
- Gift Shop,
- Safe Deposit
- Locker, Laundry
- Business Center with Secretarial Service, Fax, E-mail
- Computer, Printer, Internet
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