Best Tourist Places and things to do in Thrissur
In the heart of Kerala, Thrissur, earlier known as Trichur, is the state’s cultural hotspot. One of the ancient cities in the state, Thrissur has several churches, temples, and cultural institutions along with museums for art and culture that draw several visitors every year. The annual Thrissur Pooram festival is the most attractive feature of the city, and it is famous for being a festival of festivals.
Thrissur is a cultural treasure, as it is the cultural capital of Kerala. The city has many tourist spots, such as temples, churches, and architectural wonders. This region’s ancient monuments, art, literature, and music reflect the city’s rich cultural heritage.
This place is a hub of holy places, including temples such as Thiruvambadi Sri Krishna Temple, Vadakkumnathan Temple, Paramekkavu Temple, and the Guruvayur Temple. It has two famous churches: Our Lady of Lourdes Syro-Malabar Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral and Our Lady of Dolours Syro-Malabar Catholic Basilica.
Let’s explore the tourist attractions of Thrissur.
Town Hall in Thrissur
The magnificent architecture of the Town Hall building in Thrissur is situated in a broad area with lawns and gardens. It is a sight to watch for art lovers. It is well known for its ‘chitralayam’ or picture gallery, which showcases mural paintings from every part of Kerala.
Public meetings and numerous cultural programs are often organized in the Town Hall.
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Vadakkumnathan Temple
One of the most ancient temples of Kerala, the Vadakkumnathan Temple has an elegant architectural design. The excellent art and craft of this temple are worth a thousand gazes.
This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, embellished with gold ornaments and clothed with bright colours.
Time: 4:00 AM to 10:30 AM & 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Kerala Lalithakala Academy, Thrissur
Kerala Lalithakala Academy empowers the culture, sculpture, painting, plastic, and visual arts in Thrissur.
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The Shakthan Thampuran Palace
The Sakthan Thampuran palace showcases objects, documents, and substances of historical significance. It was once the seat of power of Shakthan Thampuran, the 18th-century king of the Kingdom of Cochin. This palace was built in the unusual Kerala Naalukettu and Dutch architectural styles. It was converted into a museum in 2005 and is visited for its beautiful architecture and its expansive collections on display.
The Church of Lady of Dolours
The Church of Lady of Dolours is a famous pilgrim center in Southern India and a well-known tourist attraction. The visitors praise the exceptional Gothic architectural style of the church. The church walls are adorned with scenes from the Bible and effigies of Saints. Famously, the church houses as many as eleven holy altars. The central altar is graced by five other altars on each of its flanks. Devotees throng this church in the hope that their petitions will be answered by the almighty.
Thrissur Archeological and Art Museum
The region’s rich cultural heritage is displayed through the Thrissur Archeological and Art Museum. It is nestled at the Town Hall Road. The number of relics and heirlooms holds archaeological importance. Prototypes of prehistoric temples and full-size representations of eminent personalities grace the museum. The museum portrays kings and martyrs who powered their rule over Kerala for centuries, adding to its historic significance.
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thrissur Zoo
Thrissur Round or Swaraj Round is called Thrissur’s central point—the whole city of Thrissur branches from this point through 9 roads. The ground of the Teak forest- Thekkinkadu maidan, is encircled by the Thrissur Round.
Kuriachira
Kuriachira is a blooming residential area of Thrissur. 2 km away from the Swaraj Mound, it is established towards the South. It is also a tourist spot for its beautiful outlaying and nearby churches.
Vilangan Hills, Thrissur
Vilangan Hills, Thrissur, is a hillock set amidst a picturesque locale. Situated on the outskirts of the central city of Thrissur, it is about 5 km from the city center. The hill is covered with verdant green bushes that surround it serenely. The elevation provides a beautiful view of the city of Thrissur.
Near the top of the hill is also an open-air theatre. All this and more make Vilangan Hills one of Thrissur’s most visited travel attractions.
Taste the finger-licking local food of Kerala in Thrissur.
Foreign influence on the cuisine of Kerala is marked by each religion, from Muslims to Syrian Christians, developing their cuisine and style of preparation. When visiting Thrissur, one must relish one’s tongue with bursting flavours of Keralaian cuisine such as Puttu and kadala curry, Appam with stew, Karimeen pollichathu, Malabar Parotta with Kerala beef curry, Erissery or pumpkin and lentil curry, Palada payasam, Kerala prawn curry, Thalassery biryani, etc.
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