Fort Kochi and Mattancherry
The historic quarter on the south-western peninsula keeps its narrow, irregular lanes, left by centuries of trading settlements, right beside the harbour mouth.
Minimalist map poster · India
Kochi Map Poster & Print
9.9399° N / 76.2602° E
A city of islands, backwaters and a harbour mouth, where land and water interlock along the Arabian Sea.
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Kochi in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Kochi, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Kochi at home
The map
About this Kochi map poster
Kochi is less a single city than a group of islands, peninsulas and mainland districts arranged around a natural harbour. On the map the Arabian Sea coast runs along the west, the backwaters of Vembanad Lake spread inland, and Willingdon Island, Bolgatty and Vypin sit in the channels between. The mainland city of Ernakulam faces them across the water with a denser grid of streets.
For centuries Kochi was one of the main ports of the Malabar spice trade, and Portuguese, Dutch and British traders all left their mark on Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. The cantilevered Chinese fishing nets on the Fort Kochi shore are the city's best-known image. Since 2012 Kochi has hosted the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, India's largest contemporary art exhibition.
In a Kochi map poster the water is the real subject. Channels, lagoons and the harbour mouth divide the land into separate pieces, each with its own street pattern. The old lanes of Fort Kochi, the port on Willingdon Island and the busier grid of Ernakulam sit side by side in one intricate composition.
- Population
- 634,000
- Coordinates
- 9.9399° N / 76.2602° E
- Elevation
- 9 m
- Time zone
- Kolkata
- Region
- Kochi, India
Willingdon Island
Built largely from dredged material in the 1920s and 1930s, this artificial island holds the port and naval facilities. It shows on the map as a broad, geometric shape in the channel.
Backwater channels
East and south of the harbour, the backwaters branch into lagoons and narrow channels. They break the city into islands and give the poster its layered, watery character.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Kochi
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Kochi
A map that means something
People remember Kochi for its water, from ferry rides across the harbour to evenings on the Fort Kochi shore. A map showing how channels stitch the city together makes a thoughtful gift for Malayalis abroad or for visitors who fell for the place.
You can title the poster with a neighbourhood, add a date or a line about home, and keep or edit the coordinates. Pick one of five styles: Blueprint suits the harbour well, while Paper and Sand give a softer, warmer look.
Order the Kochi posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Kochi map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Kochi poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Kochi poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Kochi poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Kochi poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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