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Indian Naval Maritime Museum
INS Dronarcharya, Fort Kochi Average Price: US$ 0 per personAbout
The models and pictures on display at the museum can help one trace India's maritime history since the time of the Indus Valley civilization. The topics covered include, among others, trade links with the Arab, the Portuguese and the Dutch, phases in Indian maritime history with details of ancient and modern sea routes, ports in India and the emergence of Cochin Port. The well-maintained lawn of the museum also has war memorabilia exhibits on display. They include huge missiles, radars, depth charges, mines, guns used in warships and so on. Models of warships and anti-aircraft guns that were used by the British are also exhibited. Torpedoes, rocket launchers and mine sweepers are some of the other museum pieces.
