Sculpting Gentle Giants
Cherpu, a sleepy hamlet in Thrissur is known for its wood-carved elephants. These models are made with either teak or rosewood and the craftsmanship is handed down from one generation to the next.
Both miniature and life-size elephants are crafted to perfection by skilled artisans here in Cherpu.
Travellers from different parts of the world visit this village to watch the artisans sculpt remarkable models of fascinating jumbos.
The wooden elephants produced here is famous all over the world and are available in almost all souvenir shops across the state.
Contact
District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC)
Palace Road, Chembukkavu, Thrissur
Email : info@dtpcthrissur.com
Getting there
Thiruvonamahotsavam at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple
The temple is considered the epicentre of Onam celebrations across Kerala.
Feast of Vallarpadathamma
Annually the church witnesses the participation of a large number of people from around the globe.
Malayattoor Perunnal
Thousands of devotees immersed in prayers carrying wooden crosses of different sizes and ambling up a hill; a whole village getting decked up and readying itself to welcome these pilgrims.
Aranmula Thiruvonathoni
Once a year, the River Pamba gets enlivened as an elaborately decorated snake boat glides across its placid waters bearing the provisions for a grand feast
Triprayar Pooram Purappadu & Uthram Vilakku
Pooram Purappadu, Uthram Vilakku and Vrischika Ekadasi are the popular festivals
Vrischikam Festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Discover the thrills & chills of festivities here!
Kerala Souvenirs - Gifts from Kerala
Kerala Souvenirs are famous for its tradtion and culture. The state is renowned for its handlooms, gold ornaments, spices. The handicrafts of Kerala are known for their uniqueness of style, perfection of form and elegance of design.
