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About Thrissur  Thrissur,
with its rich history, cultural heritage and archeological wealth is called
the cultural capital of kerala. From ancient times, this district has played
a significant role in the political history of south india. Many rulers and
dynasties beginning with the zamorins of kozhikode, tipu sultan of mysore
and europeans including the dutch and the british have had a hand in
moulding the destiny of this region. Raja rama varma popularly known as
sakthan thampuran was the architect of the present thrissur town. Area : 3032 sq km Population : 274,225  AccessAir : nearest international airport nedumbassery (58 kms from town) Rail : Thrissur is an important railhead of the southern railways. Road : thrissur is well connected with almost all the major towns and cities of india. Places to visit 
Vadakkumnathan temple: One of the oldest temples in the
state, the vadakkumnathan temple is a classical example of the kerala style
of architecture and has many decorative murals and pieces of art. This is
the venue of the world famous pooram festival celebrated annually in april -
may. The fireworks at the pooram are a spectacular sight. Non hindus are not
allowed entry into the temple.
Town hall : Thousands of picture gallery where mural
paintings from all parts of kerala are on display. 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. 
Guruvayoor : 29 kms west of
thrissur, guruvayoor is one of the most sacred and important pilgrim centres
of kerala. Its main attraction is the sree krishna temple. This historic
temple is shrouded in mystery. According to belief, the temple is the
creation of guru, the preceptor of the goods, and vayu, the god 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 dipastambham (pillar of lamps), whose
thirteen circular receptacles provide a truly gorgeous spectacle when lit.
The square sreekovil is the sacred sanctum Sanctorum of the temple, housing
the main deity. Within the temple there Are also the images of ganapathy,
lord ayyappa. Palayoor : The St. Thomas Church at Palayoor is the oldest church in India. It was built by St Thomas - the Apostle in A.D.52. St. Thomas, the Apostle arrived in A.D.52 at Crangannur {now Kodungallur} with Jewish merchants for the propagation of Christ’s message and through the sea route reached Palayoor in 52 A.D. and built the Church here. This famous Palayoor pilgrim centre is at Chavakkad, near Thrissur.  Chavakkad : Chavakkad Beach with its virgin waters, will entice you to come again. The famous mural paintings will certainly touch a deep chord in your heart and bring out the hidden artist in you. The beauty of the beach and its mesmerising atmosphere is an experience you wouldn't want to miss. The mausoleum of Haidross Kuttee, Haidor Alis Lietutenant is situated at the Manathala desam near Chavakkad. Disgusted with his masters oppression Haidros Kuttee is said to have revolted and died in the battle. Because of its association with Haidross Kuttee Chavakkad is also sometimes called Kuttingal. At Palayoor, half a mile from Chavakkal Road is a Roman Syrian Christian Church which according to tradition is one of the seven churches founded by St. Thomas on the West Cost. Cities of Kerala Thiruvananthapuram | Kollam | Alappuzha | Kottayam | Idukki | Thekkady (Periyar) | Ernakulam | Thrissur | Palakkad | Malappuram | Kozhikode | Wayanad | Kannur | Kasaragod | Munnar | Guruvayoor |
