2nd day in Cochin

After spending a day with the Jews of Jew Town, we moved on to the other side of the river to a city called Ernakulam. Once there we met with Mr. Elias Josephai, affectionately known as Babu (which means Sir), a friendly store owner. It took us about an hour to find the place because, as we have come to learn, the local cab drivers do not know the city very well and have to stop every 5 min. to ask for directions. That's why we're constantly getting lost. He gave us a quick run down on the history, of course, and he said that the song 'Mah Navu' was written by Jews from this community.
Being that is the last member of the community, the shul was bequeathed to him and he is now the sole owner. Unfortunately he converted it into a shop where he sells live fish and other fish tank accessories. The Jewish families who live there are quite spread out so it was hard to arrange any other meetings. Later on we met with Sam Abraham, a car salesman, and chatted for a few minutes. Mr. Babu.
The Aron Kodesh
A once beautiful shul. Notice the painted chandeliers and the trimming on the windows.
The upstairs Bima as mentioned before.
Getting a sip from the well.
The well.

Gami locking up the shul after Mincha. Later on that night we went back to Mattanchery and davened Mincha.
Family Wagon.
One of the Israelis staying in our hotel.
Another Yid. He politely refused our offer to put on teffillin.
Dont worry he's not dead. Just taking an afternoon nap.
Enjoy.
Bs"d thats all for now.