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Ravipuram

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Ravipuram (Malayalam: രവിപുരം) is a region in the city of Kochi, in the state of Kerala, India. It is part of downtown Kochi. It is also one of the wealthiest localities in the heart of Kochi. The area consists with multi-national commercial establishments, important government offices, shopping malls, educational institutions, star hotels, restaurants, and cultural centers. It is also considered to the center of the city and nearest point connecting Ernakulam Junction Railway station.

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Ravipuram
Mahatma Gandhi Road, Ernakulam Perumanoor

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Mahatma Gandhi Road
682015 Ernakulam, Perumanoor
Kerala, India
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