Thrissur Tourism

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"A Keralan Festival" Thrissur Tourism Officially known as the cultural capital of Kerala, Thrissur is famous for fostering classical Keralan performing arts, religious sites and the renowned Onam festival, Thrissur Pooram festival and Vadakkumnathan Temple. Thrissur which has also been known as Trichur is from whereKeralagets a fair share of its festive glitter and dynamic and sound instances of classical arts. Thrissur is sure to cast a spell on you with its colourful chants ringing with a rich Keralan culture. The festivals celebrated here are the major attraction for tourists and a visit to Thrissur is incomplete without witnessing these. Other tourist spots in Thrissur include the Vadakkumnathan Kshetram Temple, Tomb of Shakthan Thampuran, Archaeology Museum,Athirapally Falls,Heritage Gardenand many more. Download Thrissur PDF Guide > What's Great? Pleasant weather throughout the year. Well connected to other cities. Great cuisine. What's not so Great? Very crowded, traffic is a major issue. For Whom Thrissur is perfect for people interested in religious tourism and shopping. It can also be visited by people looking for a place to relax amidst nature. Ideal for family vacations and solo trips.

History of Thrissur Thrissur, which means ?town with the name of Lord Shiva?, happens to be the cultural hub of Kerala. In the past, it has been an important centre of learning of different religions like Buddhism, Jainism, and Brahmanism. Thrissur was also an important centre for the study of Sanskrit. The great Sankara Acharya had taught Advait in this city, and had settled and died there only. Later, his four disciples established four Madoms in the city. Thrissur rose in terms of its historical importance in the year 1790 when Raja Ram Verma (also known as ?Sakthan Thampuran?) ascended the throne of Kochi. The ascendance of Raja Ram Verma as the ruler has been marked as the beginning of a modern historical era in Thrissur. Thrissur was also the capital of the Kochi kingdom for a brief period. Culture of Thrissur Thrissur is also famously known as ?the cultural hub of Kerala?. With Raja Ram Verma taking on the mantle as the ruler of the Kochi kingdom in 1790, Thrissur saw a fresh awakening, as it saw some beautiful architectural changes, administrative ones (what with controlling the aggressive rule of powerful chieftains), and also cultural ones. Thrissur Pooram, the biggest Pooram, was his brainchild, in which people of all castes and backgrounds could participate. Thrissur witnesses a number of beautiful festivals like Pooram, Onam and Pulikakkali. The fact that big institutes like Kerala Sangeetha Natak Academy, Kerala Lalithakala Academy, and Kerala Sahitya Academy, are situated in Thrissur, indicates the intellectual kick that this city has. It is also home to big traders of Kerala. And if this does not interest you enough, you have to gorge on to the beautiful delicacies of Thrissur like Puttu (a breakfast dish where rice is grounded into a cylindrical bamboo container), Vellayappam (a dish made out of a batter of rice and coconuts), and Meen Porichathu (a famous fish recipe of this area). Growth of Thrissur Between April and May, the city hosts the Thrissur Puram, the world's largest and grandest elephant procession. It has great cultural and religious significance and draws tourists from all over the world. The city has always favoured business, in addition to being known as the cultural capital of the state. From clothes to jewellery there are a lot of options for shopping and dining.

Itinerary Day 1 -Visit the Vadakkunathan temple and the Paramerku Bhagavathy temple. After lunch, visit the Bible Tower and the Thiruvambadi Krishna Shrine. In the evening, check out the shopping areas in the city.  Day 2 -After a visit to the Arattupuzha Temple, check out the magnificent Shathan Thamburan Palace. End the trip with a visit to the Kerala Kalamandapam Cultural Centre.

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Thrissur Climate wise, the best time to visit Thrissur is winters, from October to March. However, you must try visiting during one of the festivals celebrated with great pomp and show here. In the month of April or May, the famous Thrissur Pooram festival takes place. Thrissur also hosts the Pulikali during Onam celebrations in August or September (depending on Malayalam calendar). Weather in Thrissur Loading... Thrissur in Summer (March - May) The weather may be a bit sultry, but a lot of cultural activities take place here during this time. During the summer, the maximum temperature goes up to 38 degrees Celcius making it a perfect weather for indoor activities. Thrissur in Monsoon (June - September) The weather is usually sultry, accompanied by torrential rainfall. Considered to be off -season for tourists. Heavy rainfall occurs during this season, especially in the month of July. However, many people visit Thrissur during this time to experience the bliss of the rainfall. Thrissur in Winter (December - February) The weather is extremely pleasant and the city is relatively less crowded. During this time, the temperature usually ranges between 22 to 30 degrees Celcius. The weather makes it an ideal time for sightseeing. Monthly Weather in Thrissur Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 22 32 February 23 33 March 25 34 April 26 35 May 26 34 June 25 31 July 24 31 August 24 31 September 24 31 October 24 32 November 23 32 December 22 32

Events in Thrissur Thrissur Pooram 13th May Largest and most famous of all Poorams, the Thrissur Pooram is held at the Vadukkannathan temple every year. With decorations in beautiful hues this is a great opportunity for all photo lovers. The farewell to the festival is given by an innovative fireworks display.

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