Discover the charm of the curated collection of books found in the independent and quaint bookstores in Fort Kochi that enriches the cultural experience of travellers and explorers.
Established in 1867 by English trader John Hutchison Aspinwall, this waterfront estate served as the headquarters for Aspinwall & Co., a powerhouse in the spice & coir trade. The current structures were rebuilt in 1890 following a devastating fire and later came under the ownership of the Travancore Royal Family in the 1970s. Today, it has transitioned from a colonial commercial hub into the primary venue for Biennale, celebrated for its sprawling warehouses and historic sea-facing bungalow.
This is our Fort Kochi insider guide for you 32 paw-picked experiences, updated regularly by the cats who call this place home. Whether you're here for the Biennale, the food, or just the light on the harbour at dusk, we've got you.
An old refrigerator hums in a dark room. Inside its freezer, frozen fish and fungi slowly decay behind glass. Walk through every room of Aspinwall House at the Kochi Biennale. Here's what you'll see
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