Is a visit to Thrissur in your travel plans? As one of the oldest cities in Kerala, Thrissur (Trichur) originally known as Thiru Siva Peroor has a name of repute as the cultural capital of Kerala due to its rich history, cultural heritage and archeological wealth. A person visiting Thrissur has a chance to delve into the traditions, culture and colorful festivals of Kerala. Check out the top 10 attractions in Thrissur & arrange all the small details of your Thrissur trip itinerary using our itinerary planner. 1. Vadakummnathan Temple The 1000-year-old Vadakummnathan (Shiva) temple is a typical example of classic Kerala architecture with monumental towers on all four sides. Enclosed in an area of 9 acres, the temple with its lively colors, elaborate wooden carvings, and expansive green environs attract hordes of visitors. You can see the shrine completely covered under ghee deposited over centuries, without any incidence of melting. Mahavishnu and Shankaranarayan are the other deities in the temple. The beauty of Mural paintings dating back 400 years depicting episodes of Mahabharata enchants you. The Nataraja Mural near the main gate of the temple is the most prominent one in the collection. A huge Dance Hall - Koothambalam at the temple hosts traditional Nangyar Koothu performances. Thiruvambadi Krishna Temple and Paramekkavu Devi Temple are the sister temples & Thrissur Pooram is the main festival of the temple. Timings - Morning: 04:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Evening: 04:30 PM - 8.20 PM Entry fees - none Distance from city center - Located right at the City center Special notes Entry for Children below 1 year is not allowed inside the temple. Dress codes include: Male - Mundu, Dhoti Female - Saree with Blouse, Half Saree, Full skirt, Punjabi dress with Dupatta Keep reading: Vadakkunnathan Temple – A Legacy in Heritage, Culture
Is a visit to Thrissur in your travel plans? As one of the oldest cities in Kerala, Thrissur (Trichur) originally known as Thiru Siva Peroor has a name of repute as the cultural capital of Kerala due to its rich history, cultural heritage and archeological wealth. A person visiting Thrissur has a chance to delve
