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Fort Emmanuel, also known as Fort Manuel, is a ruined fort in Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India, located along Fort Kochi seashore. It is a Portuguese stronghold and a sign of the Maharaja of Kochi’s strategic connection with the Kingdom of Portugal. It was the first Portuguese fort in Asia, named after King Manuel I of Portugal. The fort was built in 1503 and strengthened in 1538. The Dutch, and later the British, had demolished the fort’s walls and bastions by 1806. The ruins of this once-impressive edifice can still be seen along the shore today.
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Entry Fee for Fort Emmanuel
There is no fee for Fort Emmanuel.
Best Time to Visit Fort Emmanuel
One can visit Fort Emmanuel any day throughout the year, the best time to visit is during the evenings.
Things to Do at Fort Emmanuel
Explore the remains of the fort, Photography, Visit nearby places in Fort Kochi, Local food, etc.
How to Reach Fort Emmanuel
Fort Emmanuel is located at Fort Kochi and one can reach here easily by road. Fort Emmanuel is 12.5 kilometers away from Ernakulam Junction railway station and the nearest airport is Cochin international airport which is 43.5 kilometers away.
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Opening Hours
Monday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Thursday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday:
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
