Thrissur (Trichur)
Thrissur is famous for the ‘Pooram’ festival celebrated every year at the Vadakkumnathan temple. However, this district has a lot more to offer.. An array of waterfalls, dams, beaches, and lakes along with shelters for the wild life portrays its picturesque best. There are also numerous palaces, sacred buildings and cultural learning centers in the locality.
Aaratapuzha temple
Aaratapuzha, a beautiful village in Trissur, is famous for the Sree Sastha temple renowned for over 3000 years.
Athirapally / Vazhachal Waterfalls
Thrissur boasts of two serene charming waterfalls Athirapally and Vazhachal. The beauty and wilderness of the surroundings have appealed to tourists for decades.
Bible Tower
Inaugurated in 2007, the Bible tower is the tallest church tower in Asia.
Chavakkad Beach
For tourists who prefer a calm atmosphere, the beach is a perfect treat in the city.
Chereman Juma Masjid
Built in Hindu architecture, the mosque is believed to exist since times of Prophet Muhammad, and it is believed that some of his immediate followers are buried there..
Dream World Water Park
A water park in the district offers a variety of land and water rides, a perfect holiday for kids, and families
Kerala Kalamandalam
The major center for performing arts, the unit offers short term courses for foreign visitors, and also exhibit art form performances periodically.
Lourdes Cathedral Church
One of the several beautiful churches in the city, the interiors of the building are particularly beautiful.
Peechi Dam
Started as an irrigation project, this spot is now famous for tourism owing to the extensive botanical gardens, and strategically placed fountains.
Punnathur Kotta
An ancient palace and fort, the place is famous for housing plenty of elephants.
Sakthan Thampuran palace
Also known as the Vadakkekara Palace, the palace got to be known by the name of Sakthan Thanburan palace, after the ruler Sakthan Thamburan renovated the palace. A unique and much appreciated form of Kerala- Dutch infrastructure!
Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Temple
One of the most important temples in Kerala, an internationally renowned pilgrimage center, worships Hindu Lord Sree Krishna.
Silver Storm Amusement Park
An amusement park offering a choice of rides along with, few water-pool options.
State Museum & Zoo
A small zoo located in the heart of the city also houses a museum that exhibits a large collection of swords, ancient jewelry, stuffed butterflies and rocks.
Vadakkumnathan Temple
An ancient and renowned Siva temple located in the heart of the city is the classic example of Kerala architecture.
Vazhani Dam
One of the biggest dams built entirely on clay.
Vilangankunnu
A hillock that has been now converted into an amusement park offers a variety of picturesque views from the hilltop.
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