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Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Temple

Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple is one of the sacred pilgrim spots in South India, known as 'Bhooloka Vaikuntam' and 'Dwarka of the South'. As per legends, the presiding idol, Lord Krishna (Vishnu) of Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple is about 5000 years old. This idol originally belonged... Read More »

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Vadakkumnathan Temple

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Temple

Vadakkumnatha Temple, located in the heart of Thrissur city, is one of the oldest temples of Kerala. Built in typical traditional Kerala style of architecture, Vadakkumnatha Kshetram is decorated with murals and sculptures. Situated amidst Tekkinkadu (Forest of Teak trees) ground, atop a hillock,... Read More »

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Kerala Kalamandalam

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Type: Craft

Kerala Kalamandalam or ‘Kalamandalam Deemed University of Art and Culture’ at Cheruthuruthy is a major attraction of Thrissur, which was founded by Vallathol Narayana Menon and Manakkulam Mukunda Raja in the year 1930. This is a learning institute which imparts training in various... Read More »

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Peechi Dam

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Dam

Peechi Dam is a popular attraction in the vicinity of Thrissur city, situated at a distance of 20 km away. It is built across River Manali to serve the irrigation needs of Thrissur and surrounding areas. Facilities for Boating are available at Peechi Reservoir. Read More »

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Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Sanctuary
Entry: Paid

Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary lies in Thrissur District adjacent to the Peechi Dam. This sanctuary, which covers an area of about 125 sq km of land, was formed in 1958. Read More »

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Appan Thampuran Smarakam

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Monument

Appan Thampuran Smarakam, located at Ayyanthole, in the vicinity of Thrissur city, is famous for its vast collection of books, journals, magazines, etc. Appan Thampuran Smarakam, which is maintained by the Kerala Sahitya Academy, was established in the year 1976. This literary and cultural... Read More »

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Bible Tower

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Monument

Bible Tower is the bell tower of Puthen Palli or Basilica of Our Lady of Dolores of Thrissur, which is situated behind the church at a height of about 80 m. Bible Tower is the largest church tower in Asia and is decorated with wood and brass carvings, stained glasses, oil paintings, terra cotta... Read More »

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Shakthan Thampuran Palace

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Palace

Shakthan Thampuran Palace is a popular attraction in the city of Thrissur. Shakthan Thampuran Palace, also known as Vadakkekara Palace, was the royal palace of Shakthan Thampuran, an erstwhile ruler of Cochin Kingdom. It was Vadakkechira Kovilakam that Shakthan Thampuran selected for his... Read More »

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Chavakkad Beach

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Beach

Chavakkad Beach is one of the popular beaches of Kerala, located in Chavakkad of Thrissur District. Situated along the coast of Arabian Sea on the Western part of Thrissur District, Chavakkad is also famous for its estuary or ‘Azhimukham’. Read More »

State Museum

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Museum
Entry: Paid

State Museum Complex, situated over an area of about 5.5 acres of land in Thrissur city, comprises of Zoological Garden, Botanical Garden, Art Museum and Natural History Museum. State Museum Complex was established in the year 1885, is a popular attraction of tourists visiting the city.... Read More »

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Arattupuzha temple

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Temple

Arattupuzha Temple is a popular pilgrim spot located in the vicinity of Thrissur. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa (Muruga), who is also the presiding deity of the village. It is believed that Arattupuzha pooram is the oldest festival in Kerala. Read More »

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Vazhachal Falls

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Water Fall

Vazhachal Falls, famous for its waterfalls, is a popular picnic spot located at a distance of 60 km from Thrissur city and 5 km from Athirapilly Falls, nearby Sholayar ranges of Western Ghats. Vazhachal Falls, situated with a scenic backdrop of dense forests of Sholayar ranges, is a part of River... Read More »

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Puthen Palli

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Church

Puthen Palli or Basilica of Our Lady of Dolores is a major attraction of Thrissur, known for being the biggest and tallest church in Asia. Puthen Palli, which covers an area of about 2300 m, is built in Indo-Gothic style of architecture and has characteristic features such as lofty... Read More »

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Thiruvambady Krishna Temple

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Temple

Thiruvambady Krishna Temple of Thrissur is one of the ancient temples of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Thiruvambady Krishna Temple plays an important role in Pooram festival as it is the starting point for one of the festival processions, while the other is from Vadakkumnathan... Read More »

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Thiruvilvamala

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Village

Thiruvilvamala is a temple town located on the northern outskirts of Thrissur. Situated on the banks of River Bharathapuzha, Thiruvilvamala is famous for its Vilwadrinathan temple, which is dedicated to Lord Rama. Ekadashi is an auspicious occasion at Thiruvilvamala, during which devotees visit... Read More »

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Kudakkallu

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Other

Kudakkallu, situated nearby Kunnamkulam of Thrissur District, is a historic place. This place is noted for its 4000 year old umbrella-shaped stones, which are discovered to be the memoir-stones placed above the tombs of aristocrats. Read More »

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Archeological Museum

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Museum
Entry: Paid

Archaeological and Art Museum, situated within the State Museum Complex of Thrissur on the Town Hall Road, exhibits murals and relics from different parts of Kerala. Some of the popular exhibits of this museum are ancient manuscripts on palm leaves, traditional artefacts, handicrafts, bell metal... Read More »

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Shankara Samadhi

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Tomb

Shankara Samadhi is the Samadhi of Sri Adi Shankaracharya, an eminent Advaitha philosopher who attained Samadhi in 820 AD. Situated in the vicinity of city, Shankara Samadhi is a major attraction of Thrissur. Read More »

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Charpa Falls

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Water Fall

Charpa Falls is a one of the scenic attractions of Thrissur. It is a part of River Chalakkudy and is situated in the midway between Athirappilly Falls and Vazhachal Falls. Read More »

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Athirapilly Falls

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Type: Water Fall

Athirapilly Falls, famous for its waterfalls, is a popular picnic spot located at a distance of 60 km from Thrissur city, at the entrance of Sholayar ranges of Western Ghats. Originating from the deep forests of Sholayar ranges, Athirapilly Falls plummets from a height of about 24 m to the rocky... Read More »

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Paramekavu Bhagavathy temple

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Temple

Paramekavu Bhagavathy Temple located in the city of Thrissur is regarded among the biggest Bhagavathi temples of Kerala. This temple, dating back to 10th century AD, is dedicated to Goddess Paramekavu Bhagavathy, who is a form of Goddess Durga. Timing: 4.30 am - 10.30 am... Read More »

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Mummiyur Temple

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Temple

Mummiyur Temple is located in Mummiyur of Thrissur District at a distance of a kilometre from Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple and 30 km from Thrissur District. Mummiyur Temple is dedicated to Lord Rudra Shiva, who as per legends gave away his meditating site on the banks of River... Read More »

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Parambikkulam Wildlife Sanctuary

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Sanctuary
Entry: Paid

Parambikkulam Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular attraction at Thrissur. Parambikkulam Wildlife Sanctuary, which covers about 285 km of area, is situated in the Sangam Hill ranges of Western Ghats, in between Anamalai and Nelliampathy Hill ranges. This sanctuary, which is an ecological continuum... Read More »

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Tomb of Shakthan Thampuran

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Tomb

Tomb of Shakthan Thampuran is one of the attractions of Thrissur city. Tomb of Shakthan Thampuran is located inside the Shakthan Thampuran Palace. The tomb was constructed by Ramavarma Thampuaran of the Cochin Empire in the year 1795. Read More »

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Punnathurkotta Elephant Sanctuary

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Places to Visit in Thrissur (Trichur)

Type: Sanctuary
Entry: Paid

Punnathurkotta Elephant Sanctuary, located at a distance of about 23 km from Thrissur city and 2 km from Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple at Kottapadi, is home to about 66 elephants which belong to the Guruvayur temple. This sanctuary, which was once the fort and the palace of Punnathur Raja,... Read More »

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List of best place to see in Thrissur (Trichur) and Photos of Tourist Attractions in Thrissur (Trichur).Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple, Vadakkumnathan Temple, Kerala Kalamandalam, Peechi Dam, Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, Appan Thampuran Smarakam, Bible Tower, Shakthan Thampuran Palace, Chavakkad Beach, State Museum, Arattupuzha temple, Vazhachal Falls, Puthen Palli, Thiruvambady Krishna Temple, Thiruvilvamala, Kudakkallu, Archeological Museum, Shankara Samadhi, Charpa Falls, Athirapilly Falls.