The Cochin Kingdom was established in 1102 by Cheraman Perumal, a ruler of the Chera dynasty.

Cheraman Perumal was the first ruler of the Cochin Kingdom, reigning from 1102 to 1125.

The Perumpadappu Swaroopam dynasty ruled the Cochin Kingdom for the longest period, from 1102 to 1503.

Cochin was the capital of the Cochin Kingdom.

Vasco da Gama was the Portuguese explorer who arrived in Cochin in 1500, marking the beginning of European influence in the region.

Hinduism was the main religion of the Cochin Kingdom.

Malayalam was the language spoken in the Cochin Kingdom.

Agriculture was the main occupation of the people of the Cochin Kingdom.

Coconut was the most important agricultural product of the Cochin Kingdom.

Pepper was the main export of the Cochin Kingdom.

The Zamorin of Calicut was the main rival of the Cochin Kingdom.

The Cochin Kingdom became a British protectorate in 1795.

The Cochin Kingdom merged with the Indian Union in 1949.

The current state that includes the territory of the former Cochin Kingdom is Kerala.

The Cochin Kingdom is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a popular tourist destination, and home to many ancient temples and monuments, making it culturally significant in modern India.