Bastion Bungalow

Bastion Bungalow is a historic Dutch heritage structure built in 1667 in Fort Kochi, Kerala. Originally constructed as part of Fort Immanuel by the Portuguese and later rebuilt by the Dutch, it now houses the Ernakulam District Heritage Museum. The sea-facing bungalow features Indo-European architecture with high ceilings, tiled roofs, and preserved cannons. Located near Vasco da Gama Square on River Road, it offers insights into Kochi's colonial past through artifacts, paintings, and infographics.

Visitors can explore the District Heritage Museum housed within this 350-year-old Dutch colonial building. The museum displays paintings, artifacts, royal belongings, archaeological findings, and two preserved cannons. The building features spacious rooms, high ceilings, beautiful tiled roofs, and open verandahs. Visitors can access a viewpoint via ramp or stairs offering views of Fort Kochi Beach. The premises have a serene atmosphere with sculptures and trees surrounding the circular bastion structure.

Originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century as part of Fort Immanuel, one of seven bastions. Destroyed and reconstructed by the Dutch in 1667 after capturing the fort from the Portuguese. Named Stromberg Bastion during Dutch rule. Used as the residence of the Dutch Governor and later as a residential building during the British period. Declared a protected monument by the Kerala State Archaeology Department in 1999. Converted into the Ernakulam District Heritage Museum, inaugurated in February 2021 after renovation costing ₹3.58 crore.

Represents the colonial history of Kochi under Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule. Serves as the Ernakulam District Heritage Museum showcasing the region's cultural and historical heritage. One of the main venues for performances and workshops during the Kochi-Muziris Biennale. Demonstrates Indo-European architectural fusion characteristic of colonial Kerala.