TOURISM IN THRISSUR

TOURISM IN THRISSUR

Thrissur  previously known as Trichur, is the cultural capitalof Kerala. Thrissur city is built around a 65 acre hillock called the Thekkinkadu Maidan which seats the temple of Vadakkumnathan . This area is the city's cultural and spiritual centre.  Thrissur is well known for the Thrissur Pooram , the most colourful and spectacular temple festival in Kerala. The festival is held at the Thekkinkadu Maidan in April or May. Thrissur has a large number of well-known temples including the Guruvayur Temple, Thiruvambady temple, Vadakkumnathan temple and Paramekkavu temple, as well as two famous churches, the Our Lady of Lourdes Metropolitan Cathedral and the Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours (Puthan Pally or New Church). Thrissur is also the venue of Pulikali during Onam festival celebrations in the month’s of August or September.

Shakthan Thampuran Palace

Formerly known as Vadakkekara Palace, this palace was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Ramavarma Thampuran of the erstwhile Princely State of Cochin, well as Sakthan Thampuran. Can see Bronze Gallery where one can find bronze statues belonging to the period between the 12th and the 18th centuries, Sculpture Gallery displaying granite statues from the 9th century to the 17th century, Numismatics Gallery, which systematically displays ancient coins, which were in circulation in the former province of Kochi and neighbouring kingdoms and the History Gallery depicting some of the milestones of theKochi dynasty and the Epigraphy Gallery showcasing the genesis and evolution of ancient writings.

Vilangan Hills

This 50 acre beautiful green area is a popular picnic spot and recreation centre among the youngsters and old. The hill, which is covered in thick bush, gives a panoramic view of the whole Thrissur City from the top. From the top of the hill, one could have the marvellous sight of thousands of acres of green paddy fields intercepted by water-filled Kole lands, streams and villages below.

Archaeological and Art Museum, Thrissur

The archaeological and Art museum displays collections of the wood carvings, metal sculptures and ancient jewellery materials. Museum showcases are the rare collection of paintings and artifacts to create awareness about the architectural heritage of the state among the public as well as the students.

Zoo

Zoo is Spread over an area of 13.5 acres  of land and it is home to the wide variety of animals, birds and reptiles. There is a special building which houses snakes also. The zoo includes some of the rare and endangered varieties of species. The variety of wildlife in the Zoo includes Elephant, tiger, lion, deer, sloth bears, monkeys, hippopotamus, camels, Cobras, kraits, viper, rat snakes and many other varieties.

Vallathol Museum

The Museum is dedicated to great Vallathol Narayana Menon, popularly known as Mahakavi Vallathol, this museum exhibits most of his personal belongings which he used in his life. Situated near the banks of Nila, this museum was the residence of the poet who built Kerala Kalamandalam, a centre of training in Kerala arts.