INDIA PORTS & CITIES
INDIA PORTS & CITIES
| Cochin Harbour | Goa | Mormugao Harbour | Mumbai |
| Mossel Bay | Port Blair |
Cochin Harbour
Cruise in to Cochin Harbour, a Magical Welcome to a Mystical Place -India
The view of Cochin harbour is immediately recognisable even if you have never cruised to this uniquely picturesque Indian port before. For the lines of fishing nets gracefully hanging down from bamboo frames along the waterfront have inspired artists and hotographers ever since this Chinese fishing style was imported into Indias Kerala region. It is a magical welcome, especially its old town - Fort Kochi (Cochin). This not only has a 16th century Portuguese-built church but a 17th century synagogue for the small community that still remains from the Jewish settlers who arrived 2,000 years ago. There is a bustling new town, Emakulam, too, but you probably still want to spend most of your time moving through the network of canals leading off the Vembavad Lake on which Cochin sits. On their banks and across their bridges, fishermen and their families live much as they have done for centuries.
Goa
Cruise to Goa's 82 Miles of Golden Coastline and the Fine Architecture of Baroque Churches and Tombs - India
Occupied for almost 500 years by the Portuguese, "Golden Goa" became well known as a great source of spices, and an important link in the Arabian trade routes. While silks, spices, porcelains and pearls were passing in and out of Goa's harbour, its lands were being settled by Catholic priests, among them St. Francis Xavier, who would leave a lasting influence upon the character of the region. Soon after other nations took an interest, and the Portuguese were forced to fight against the advances of the Dutch and British as well as Hindu and Moslem forces from other parts of India. Today, your cruise to Goa will show you the faces of a unique blend of cultures.
Mormugao Harbour
Cruise to Mormugao Harbour, One of the Most Striking Natural Ports of India
Cruise to the the city of Mormugao situated on the west coast of India in the state of Goa. The harbour is the hub of maritime trade. Mormugao was the first site chosen as the capital of the Portuguese Empire, and in 1685, the construction of a fort started along with the founding of a township. The Portuguese Viceroy moved to Mormugao in 1703, but local warriors attacked the site repeatedly, and Old Goa was eventually made the capital instead. Today, Mormugao is a peaceful retreat from the larger cities, with its enchanting colonial architecture, golden beaches and superb fresh seafood. Renowned for its beaches, Goa is an international destination for sun seekers the world over, and is home to several World Heritage Sites, including the Bom Jesus Basilica.
Mumbai
Cruise to Mumbai, Gateway to One of the World's Most Vibrant Cities - India
Cruise to India's port Mumbai (formerly Bombay), which offers so many memorable experiences it is hard to know where to begin. Perhaps a stroll along Marine Drive, the broad seafront promenade, which links the skyscrapers and bustle of Nariman Point with the serene greenery of Malabar Hill, is the best introduction to the sheer variety of this fascinating city. Or climb to the top of Malabar Hill to visit the terraced Ferozeshah Mehta Gardens, which overlook the Arabian Sea and the famous Towers of Silence. Then make your way to Crawford's Market (now Jyotiba Phulle), which will take you back in time to Victorian days - the frieze above its entrance was designed by Rudyard Kipling's father, and Rudyard's childhood home lies right opposite. Bargain hunters should not miss the famous Chor Bazaar and the antique shops of Motton Street at its heart, where you can pick up fabulous memorabilia – and do not be afraid to haggle.
Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay, as Name Suggest is Famous for its Mussels, as Well as for Oysters and Black Marlin -South Africa
The hillside town of Mossel Bay lies on the promontory of Cape St. Blaize. Navigators such as Bartholomeu Dias and Vasco da Gama took shelter in Mossel Bay and left messages to friends and colleagues in the trunk of the Post Office Tree, a famous milkwood that still stands today.
Port Blair
Cruise to Port Blair, Home to a Number of Aboriginal Tribes, Andaman Isles
Cruise to Port Blair situated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is the capital, named after Lt. Reginald Blair, who conducted a survey of the area in 1789. It was abandoned by the British several years later, then made a penal colony known as Kala Pani or "Blackwaters" in 1858. The Japanese occupied the island from 1942-45.
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