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Kochi, set in the midst of an island
studded harbour, has a modern bustling town on the main
land, Ernakulam. There is a commercial hub for merchants
dealing in cashew-nuts, coir, seafood, timber, tea,
coffee, rubber and spices. This is what gives Kerela
it's name as "the spice coast". A Jewish community
with roots going back to 1000 AD and a 16th century
synagogue are testimony to the land's diversity. Ernakulam
district can well emerge as the greatest tourist destination
for both Indian and international travellers.
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