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Valappad Beach: Famous for the spectacular sunset views seen the seashore here, from Valappad Beach has two piers and a lighthouse that offer stunning views of the seashore and the Arabian Sea. |
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Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple: Guruvayur, located in Chavakkad Taluk where the famous Sree Krishna Temple is situated, is one of the most sacred and important pilgrim centres of India. It is believed that Devaguru - Brahaspathi and Vayu Bhagavan in the presence of Parasurama adomed the idol at Guruvayur. Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple.
There are direct train and bus service to Guruvayur. Temple is situated at 29 km away from West of Thrissur.
The important religious festivals are the Ashtami Rohini (Aug-Sept), the Sukla Paksha Ekadasi (Nov-Dec), the Vishu Kani (April-May), and the 10 days Utsavam (Feb-March) of these the Edakasi draws the largest crowd. Guruvayur Sathyagraha of historical importance was launched in front of this temple inn. A pillar has been installed here.
Offering timings: Temple Opens at 3 AM with Nirmalyadarsan, remains closed from 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Srikovil closes at 9.15 pm every day. |
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Thrissur, acclaimed as the cultural capital of Kerala is situated almost centrally in Kerala State and is well connected by road and rail. It is accessible by air from International Nedumbassery  Airport Kochi (Cochin, Ernakulam) and by sea from Kochi seaport. Thrissur is built on an elevated ground on the apex of which is the oldest and largest temple complex in the state, the Vadakunnathan temple complex, famous since the 8th century AD. Trichur with its rich history, cultural heritage and archeological wealth is the cultural capital of Kerala. Trichur is famed far and wide for its pooram festival. This festival district has witnessed many rulers and dynasties starting with the Zamorins, Tipu Sultan to the Dutch and the British. A cultural center, the Kerala Kalamandalam, the Kerala Sahitya Academy and Kerala Sangeetha Nadaka Academy are located here. |
| Sightseeing at Thrissur |
| The Vadakunnathan Temple: Built in 8th century AD, the temple's boundaries are defined by a thick and lofty masonry wall with massive pagoda shaped gateways on all the four sides that provide a marvelous backdrop of the pageantry of the famous Trichur pooram festival, held in April-May every year. The temple has three sanctum sanctorum, dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vadakunathan, Sri Sankaranarayanan and Sri Rama, installed by Parasurama according to the legend. Exquisite adorn, paintings and sculptures adorn the walls of the temple. |
| Guruvayoor: It is one of the most sacred and imported pilgrim centers of Kerala. Its main attraction is the Sree Krishna temple known as 'Guruvayoor Ambalam'. This historic temple is shrouded in mystery. According to belief, the temple is the creation of Guru, the preceptor of the Devas, and Vayu the Lord of Winds. The eastern nada is the main entrance to the shrine. In the chuttambalam (outer enclosure) is the tall 33.5 m high gold-plated Dwajasthambam (flag post). There is also a 7 m high Deepasthambham (pillar of lamps), whose 13 circular receptacles provide a truly gorgeous spectacle when lit. The square Sreekovil is the sacred sanctum sanctorum of the temple, which houses the main deity. Within the temple there are also images of Ganapathy, Sree Ayyappa and Edathedathu Kavil Bhagavathy. |
| Arattupuzha: This village is known for the annual Pooram festival at the temple in April/May. The uniqueness of this festival is the ceremonial processions carrying the images of the deities of 41 neighbouring temples to this village. |
| Anakkayam: Anakkayam is roughly 20 km from Chalakudy on the Sholayar Peringalkuthu route, famous for its lake with cool and placid waters. The place got its name from a herd of elephants, which used to visit the place quite often and the legend goes that the place got its name because some elephants had been drowned in this lake. The place is breathtakingly beautiful with its rushing waters, chiseled rocks and silent streams. |
| Punnathur Kotta: Near Guruvayur, 2km away, is 'Punnathur Kotta', the place where the temple elephants (numbering over 40) are taken care of. Nowhere else can so many elephants be seen at any one time. |
| Athirampally Waterfalls: It is near to the entrance of the Sholayar range is a place of great scenic beauty. Here, the water plunges from a height of nearly 80 feet before joining the Chalakudi River. Vazhachal is just a drive from Athirampally, this picturesque spot is adjacent to Jense green forest, and is a part of Chalakudi River. |
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| Nattika Beach: Situated 30 km from Thrissur, Nattika is a wide and virgin beach blessed with an endless stretch of golden sand and graciously swaying palm trees. This picturesque place is suited for beach holidays. The resorts in the beaches provide all modern facilities with a Kerala village environment. |
| Best Season to Visit: Through out the year, except the monsoons. |
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| 5 cottages with two double rooms in each, spread over 4 acres of golden sand facing the sea. Each room is provided with a large double bed, bathroom with W/C and shower of best quality. |
Mummiyur Temple (1 km away from Guruvayur)
This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The visit to Guruvayur is not complete without a visit to Mammiyur. This Shiva temple is renowned for its wall paintings and exquisite sculpture.
Offering timings: 4.30 am to 12.30 pm, 4.30 pm to 8.30 pm. |
Vadakkumnathan Temple (1 km away from Guruvayur)
This temple is a classical example of Kerala style of architecture and has many decorative murals and works of art. This is the venue of the world famous Thrissur Pooram Festival celebrated annually in April-May. Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the temple.
Offering timings: 4.30 am to 11 pm, 5 pm to 8.30 pm.
Phone - 91 487 - 2426040. |
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Nalambalalm
Visiting nalambalam is considered to be a sacred event during the Malayalam month Karkidakam . Nalambalam consists of temples of brothers Sri Rama, Bharatha, Lakshmana & Shathrugnan.
1. Thriprayar :- (22 Kms from Thrissur) Famous temple dedicated to Lord Shri Rama. The important festival here is the Thriprayar Ekadasi held for three days in Vrischikam (Nov-Dec).
Offering timings - 4.30 am to 12.30 pm, 4.30 pm to 8 pm. Phone 91 487 -2391375
2. Irinjalakuda Koodalmanickam Temple : - (21 Kms from Thrissur). This ancient and historic is dedicated to Bharatha the Brother of Sri Rama. The colour full 11-day annual festival in Medom (April-May) with pageant of 13 caparisoned elephants. This marks the end of temple festival season in Kerala.
Offering timings 3 am to 11.30 am & 5 pm to 8.30 pm Phone- 95 480 2822631
3. Payemmel Temple :- (40 Kms from Thrissur near Aripalam- Irinjalakuda) this ancient and historic is dedicated to Shathrugna the Brother of Sri Rama. It is considered to be the only one temple dedicated Shathrugna.4. Moozhikulam Temple:- Situated near Angamaly in Ernakulam District. Dedicated to Lord Lekshmana, bother of Lord Sri Rama.
4. Moozhikulam Temple :- Situated near Angamaly in Ernakulam District. Dedicated to Lord Lekshmana, bother of Lord Sri Rama. |
Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple (40 km from Thrissur) 
Renowned for Kavutheendal, Kozhikallumoodal, Palakkal vela sweekarikkal and Kodungallur Thalam sweekarikkal. Meena masa Bharani , called the Kodungallur Bharani which is the most famous.
Offering timings: 4.30 am to 12.30 pm, 4.30 pm to 8.30 pm. |
Cheraman Juma Masjid, Kodungallur
This mosque resembles a Hindu temple in appearance built in 629 AD, this is the first mosque in India and the 2nd in the world were Juma prayers were started. Id-ul-fitr (Ramzan) and Id-ul-Asha (Bakrid) are celebrated here on a grand scale. |
St. Thomas Church, Palayur
This ancient church at Palayur is built by St.Thomas himself in 42 AD is considered to the oldest church in India. |
St. Lourde's Cathedral, Thrissur
Situated near Thrissur, turned to a Cathedral in 1995 with an underground chapel. |
Puthan Palli (New Church)
Situated in the heart of Thrissur Town, the largest church of Asia as a gothic and historic style of architecture with 25,000 sq. ft. |
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