Muziris is the 3000 year old harbor port, now known as Kodungallur. It is at the mouth of the river Periyar. 2008 and 2009 brought its ancient heritage to light. It’s got many firsts to its historical credit.
- The first Jews in India came to Muziris
- St. Thomas launched Christianity in India from Muziris. The church he founded Kottakavu church still stands.
- Cheraman Juma Masjid, the first mosque in India is in Muziris
- The first temple in India dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy is in Muziris
- The earliest European fort constructed by the Portugese – Pallipuram Fort
Some tour operators already offer day tours from 9am to 5 pm that will cover these places as well as some more sites like a 2000 year old Shiva temple, the actual excavation site.
Official Kerala Tourism Board Circuit tours are coming soon, too so enquire and plan ahead at:
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