The Cultural Capital of Kerala, Thrissur, houses some of the top cultural institutions in Kerala, such as the Kerala Kalamandalam, Kerala Sahitya Akademi, Kerala Lalithakala Akademi etc.
A trip to Thrissur will not be complete without visiting the architectural marvel Vadakkumnathan Temple. Thekkinkadu Maidanam, the temple ground every year, celebrates the world-renowned Thrissur pooram, the most famous festival of Kerala.
The Swaraj Ground in Thrissur plays host to Pulikali during the Onam season. From majestic elephants to colourful pulikali processions to the famed Pooram festivals, there is always a festive atmosphere in the air.
Shakthan Thampuran Palace, Kollengode House, Thrissur Zoo, Paliam Palace are other prime attractions.
The temple is considered the epicentre of Onam celebrations across Kerala.
Annually the church witnesses the participation of a large number of people from around the globe.
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.
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
Pooram Purappadu, Uthram Vilakku and Vrischika Ekadasi are the popular festivals
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District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC), Thrissur, offers six one-day tourism circuit packages that will take you on an enthralling journey through the exquisite landscapes and heritage of district, get the details
Thrissur Pooram, often termed as the festival of festivals in Kerala is held in Thrissur, a northern district of Kerala.
An architectural marvel in wood and stone, the Vadakkumnathan Temple, one of the oldest in the state, stands tall right at the heart of Thrissur, in a nine-acre walled patch of green.