Top 3 Places to visit in Thrissur

Must Visit Places in Thrissur

Kerala has about 14 districts, and each district has some unique features that set it apart from the rest. Planning a trip to the various districts in the state is an exhilarating experience, a magical one even, as you get to experience one new thing after the other.

Today, we can explore Thrissur, the cultural capital of Kerala, and go on an exhilarating, whimsical ride. Thrissur, a beautiful district located right in the middle of Kerala is the cradle of culture and hence, known as the cultural capital.

Thrissur is also home to several colorful festivals and events, the most important being the Thrissur Pooram. The people of Thrissur are friendly and will always regale you with interesting stories of the past.

While exploring Thrissur, make sure you include these three places in your itinerary:

1. Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Temple

Guruvayoor, located 30 km from Thrissur, is one of the most famous Hindu pilgrim centers in Kerala. This is where the famous Sree Krishna Temple is situated. Known as Dwaraka of the South, this temple attracts lakhs of devotees every year. The main deity here is Lord Krishna whose form resembles Lord Vishnu.

The astonishing feature of the temple is the 33.5 m high gold plated Dwajasthambam (flag-post) . The temple is crowded most of the day with people visiting for wedding rituals and Thulabarams. People who visit the temple always comment on the peace and serenity they feel while in the abode of the Lord. Guruvayoor is a perfect spot for Kerala family tour.

2. Kerala Kalamandalam

You may want to pique your interest on what makes Thrissur so culturally important. In that case,head to Kerala Kalamandalam, a residential, premiere learning institute where you have veteran teachers teaching various performing arts unique to South India.

Founded in 1927, it was the renowned poet, Vallathol Narayana Menon who discovered the immense potential in performing arts and heralded the starting of this institution. If you are looking for serious insight into the various art forms of Kerala, then this is where you go.

3. Athirappilly Waterfalls

Athirappilly waterfalls in Chalakkudy, Thrissur is one of the most popular tourism destinations in Kerala. Located right at the entrance of Sholayar ranges, the waterfalls at Athirappilly has soothing melodious rhythmic sounds that makes it so relaxing and rejuvenating.

The natural greenery of the place, combined with the possibilities of entering into the waters and splashing about makes it extremely attractive to the visitors.

So if you don’t mind getting wet or do a teeny weeny bit of walking uphill, then venture down towards the waters and enjoy its coolness, it will be so much fun.

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