Attractions

Chinese Fishing Nets

Chinese Fishing Nets are historic shore-operated lift nets located along the Fort Kochi coastline in Kerala. Introduced by Chinese explorer Zheng He between 1350 and 1450 AD, these massive cantilevered structures stand approximately 10 meters high with nets extending over 20 meters into the sea. Operated by teams of fishermen using counterweight systems, they represent a unique fishing technique found only in Kochi and China. Today they serve as iconic tourist attractions and symbols of Fort Kochi's maritime heritage.