Ethiopia to Kochi

Nestling in the foothills of the mighty Entoto Mountains in the country of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa is speckled with gorgeous wooded hillsides, water-worn ravines and fast flowing streams. The city is famous for housing some of the most interesting museums, important mosques and magnificent palaces of the country. Ethiopian National Museum, Africa Hall, Parliament Building, Shengo Hall, St. George’s Cathedral, National Palace and Menelik’s Old Imperial Palace are some of them. Apart from these, the city exudes a cosmopolitan outlook that matches with some of the world's great metropolises. The seamless beauty of the landscapes, authentic and delicious dishes, and an environment that is so culture-oriented make this a city worth visiting. Shopping is one of the major activities in which tourists coming to Addis Ababa can indulge in. Mercato - the largest open-air market in Africa is located here and is one of the best places to shop. Besides, impeccable waterfalls, calm forest walks and dramatic scenery are other highlights that lure visitors from all corners of the world. Restaurants serving exotic delicacies, duty-free gift shops and other such places that cater for all budgets, have always kept travellers visiting the city engaged. Escape the monotonous life and take a week long holiday to this place, which will surely please the travellers with its serenity and eye-catching beauty. To find the most suitable travel package, MakeMyTrip is the best.

Kochi, formally called as Cochin, is also known as the Gateway to Kerala and is considered as one of the finest and prominent cities in India. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, Kochi lies in top three tourist destination. The history and the culture of this beautiful city lure and show you some of real facts about it. Kochi was ruled by many dynasties such as Arabs, Chinese, British, Dutch and the Portuguese. But now with the fast development, Kochi is the hub for the state’s industrial and commercial sector. There are a plenty of attractions like Kaladi, Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), Chendamangalam, Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, Chottanikkara, Fort Kochi, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese Fishing Nets where you can go and find some magical colours of this splendid city. If you want to worship God and Goddess, then you can also find most renowned temples which are known for its deep religious values. These are Ernakulatthappan Temple, Poornathrayesa Temple, Vamanamoorthy Temple, Ettumanoor Shiva Temple, and Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple. To see the colourful side of the city, visit during the time of three major festivals (Onam, Vishu and Cochin Carnival) which are celebrated with great zest. The excursions from Kochi are also quite popular for their natural surrounding and peaceful atmosphere. To enjoy your long vacations, you can also visit nearby places like Munnar, Alappuzha (Alleppey) and Kumarakom. The best time to visit the city is from the months of October to March. During that period, the climate remains quite cool and cold. The Nedumbassery International airport connects Kochi with all the major parts of India as well as the world. Availability of flights is not a big issue here as all the leading and prominent airlines serve to the city. If you want to book your air tickets to Kochi at reasonable prices, then MakeMyTrip.com is a best place to log onto. Being a leading online travel portal, MakeMyTrip offers you some of the best discounts on your ticket bookings and hotel bookings. You can easily book your desired Kochi package here and also compare it with other travel portals prices. So, don't waste much of your time, just log onto MakeMyTrip and travel round the world with style and comfort.