Kochi: The Queen of the Arabian Sea and a Global Spice Hub
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News18•27-01-2026, 11:14
Kochi: The Queen of the Arabian Sea and a Global Spice Hub
- •Kochi, also known as Cochin, in Kerala, is famously called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea" due to its historical significance, strategic coastal location, and role as a global trading center.
- •The city boasts a unique cultural heritage, evident in its Chinese fishing nets (Cheena Vala), the ancient Jewish synagogue in 'Jew Town', and colonial-era architecture in Fort Kochi, including India's first European church (St. Francis Church).
- •Kochi is Kerala's financial and industrial capital, home to one of India's most important ports and the world's first fully solar-powered airport.
- •Its prominence as a spice trading hub dates back centuries, especially after the destruction of the old port Muziris in 1341; Kerala produces over 95% of India's black pepper and other spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon.
Why It Matters: Kochi, Kerala, is renowned as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea" for its rich history, cultural diversity, and vital role in global spice trade.
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