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Thrissur

Thrissur is a district situated in the central part of Kerala state_name, India. Thrissur district was formed in July 1, 1949. The head quarters of the district has the same name, Thrissur City. It is an important cultural centre, and is known as the "Cultural Capital of Kerala". It is famous for the Thrissur Pooram festival, the most colourful and spectacular temple festival of Kerala. The festival is held near the Vadakkumnathan temple, in April or May. It has a large number of well known temples around, including the temple town of Guruvayur, Thriprayar, Kodungaloor, Irinjalakkuda.

Places of interest

Athirampilly water falls

This 80" high waterfall at the threshold of the Sholayar ranges is a popular picnic spot. DreamWorld and SilverStorm - Amusement parks - are located nearby. DTPC has a unit to cater the needs of tourists.

Vazhachal-Just a short drive from Athirapilly is close to dense forests and a part of the Chalakudy river.

Punnathur kotta elephant sancturyPunathurkotta is very unique in being the largest elephant park in the world with over 60 elephants. All of them are donated by the devotees of Guruvayurappan.

The elephant race and the feast for elephants are a few of the unique features. There are elephants of all ages including very small elephant to old ones.

Kudakkallu(Umbrella Rock) -These umbrella rocks of Chiramanangad have a history of over four thousand years, here people of aristocratic were cremated earthen ums and umbrella rocks were placed on top as land marks.

Vilangankunnu- This hillock has been converted by the tourism department as an amusement park. While grown ups relish the scenic splendor from the hill top. Children can relax and play to their hearts.

Sakthan Thampuran PalaceNamed as Vadakkekara Palace, was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Sri.Ramavarma Thampuran of the erstwhile Princely State of Cochin, well as Sakthan Thampuran(Greatest ruler of the Cochin dynasty) is preserved by Archaeological Department.

Peechi Dam - Is a good picnic spot and located 20 kms. from Thrissur Town.

Chavakkad Beach -A sea shore for rare scenic beauty. Acknowledged as one of the best beaches along the west coast. Unaltered by modernisation and laced on the borders by an array of coconut palms.

Archeological Museum/ Art Museum /ZOO - Archeological & Art museum has a good collection of wood carvings, metal sculptures and ancient jewelers.