Thrissur Travel Essentials

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Thrissur Tourism

Located in the heart of Kerala, Thrissur is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, colorful festivals, and historical significance. Situated about 80 kilometers north of Kochi, Thrissur is often referred to as the "Cultural Capital of Kerala" due to its prominent role in preserving and promoting Kerala's traditional arts and festivals. The city is home to several iconic landmarks, including the Vadakkunnathan Temple, renowned for its ancient architecture and religious significance, and the Thrissur Pooram, one of the largest and most extravagant temple festivals in the state.

Thrissur is a destination that offers something for every traveler. History buffs will appreciate exploring the city's numerous museums and heritage sites, such as the Archaeological Museum and the Shakthan Thampuran Palace. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the scenic beauty of Thrissur's lush green landscapes, tranquil backwaters, and picturesque beaches, including the popular Snehatheeram Beach, Athirapally Waterfalls and Vazhachal Waterfalls. Food lovers will delight in sampling the delicious local cuisine, which includes traditional Kerala dishes like appam, puttu, and seafood specialties.

In addition to its cultural and natural attractions, Thrissur also hosts a variety of cultural events and festivals throughout the year, drawing visitors from far and wide. The Thrissur Pooram, held annually in April or May, is a grand spectacle featuring colorful processions, traditional music and dance performances, and spectacular fireworks displays. Other festivals celebrated with great fervor in Thrissur include Onam, Vishu, and Christmas, showcasing the city's diverse cultural heritage.

With its blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, Thrissur offers a unique and unforgettable travel experience for visitors. Whether exploring its ancient temples and palaces, indulging in delicious cuisine, or immersing oneself in the vibrant festivities, Thrissur promises a memorable journey filled with discovery and exploration.

Must Know Before You Travel to Thrissur

Attraction Closure: Check if any important attractions, like the Vadakkunnathan Temple, are closed on specific days, particularly during religious festivals.
Weather Impact: Thrissur experiences a monsoon season, typically from June to September, which may affect outdoor activities and sightseeing.
Scam Awareness: Beware of scams, such as overcharging for goods or services, particularly in crowded tourist areas.
Local Transport: Taxis are readily available, and many attractions are accessible on foot. Familiarize yourself with local transport options for convenience.
Religious Entry Restrictions: Be aware that some attractions may have entry restrictions based on gender or religion. Respect local customs when visiting religious sites.
Festivals: Plan your trip around festivals like Thrissur Pooram for a unique cultural experience.

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Thrissur Pooram

Between April and May, the city hosts the Thrissur Puram, the world's largest and grandest elephant procession. It has great cultural and religious significance and draws tourists from all over the world. The city has always favoured business, in addition to being known as the cultural capital of the state. From clothes to jewellery there are a lot of options for shopping and dining.

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Culture of Thrissur

Thrissur is also famously known as “the cultural hub of Kerala”. With Raja Ram Verma taking on the mantle as the ruler of the Kochi kingdom in 1790, Thrissur saw a fresh awakening, as it saw some beautiful architectural changes, administrative ones (what with controlling the aggressive rule of powerful chieftains), and also cultural ones. Thrissur Pooram, the biggest Pooram, was his brainchild, in which people of all castes and backgrounds could participate. Thrissur witnesses a number of beautiful festivals like Pooram, Onam and Pulikakkali. The fact that big institutes like Kerala Sangeetha Natak Academy, Kerala Lalithakala Academy, and Kerala Sahitya Academy, are situated in Thrissur, indicates the intellectual kick that this city has. It is also home to big traders of Kerala. And if this does not interest you enough, you have to gorge on to the beautiful delicacies of Thrissur like Puttu (a breakfast dish where rice is grounded into a cylindrical bamboo container), Vellayappam (a dish made out of a batter of rice and coconuts), and Meen Porichathu (a famous fish recipe of this area).

History of Thrissur

Thrissur, which means “town with the name of Lord Shiva”, happens to be the cultural hub of Kerala. In the past, it has been an important centre of learning of different religions like Buddhism, Jainism, and Brahmanism. Thrissur was also an important centre for the study of Sanskrit. The great Sankara Acharya had taught Advait in this city, and had settled and died there only. Later, his four disciples established four Madoms in the city. Thrissur rose in terms of its historical importance in the year 1790 when Raja Ram Verma (also known as “Sakthan Thampuran”) ascended the throne of Kochi. The ascendance of Raja Ram Verma as the ruler has been marked as the beginning of a modern historical era in Thrissur. Thrissur was also the capital of the Kochi kingdom for a brief period.

Restaurants and Local Food in Thrissur

Fresh Vellayappams are the most popular item in Thrissur along with other Kerala delicacies that can be found in the numerous shacks dotting the small lane near Dolors Basillica. Other than this snacks like Achappam, Idiyappams and Kuzhalappam are widespread in the area.
All this stands out in the town, while the essentials like Dosa, Idli, Uppama, Poori and more are easily available. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations are available in the town and can be enjoyed across the numerous eating places available. One might also get to enjoy a unique dash of North Indian cuisine at certain restaurants.
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Suggested Itinerary for Thrissur

Day 1 - Visit the Vadakkunathan temple and the Paramerku Bhagavathy temple. After lunch, visit the Bible Tower and the Thiruvambadi Krishna Shrine. In the evening, check out the shopping areas in the city. 
Day 2 - After a visit to the Arattupuzha Temple, check out the magnificent Shathan Thamburan Palace. End the trip with a visit to the Kerala Kalamandapam Cultural Centre.

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How to Reach Thrissur

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Kochi (83Km) is the nearest airport from which Thrissur is well connected via rail and road. Thrissur has its own railway station and regular trains are available. Buses and Cabs are also available in ample amounts from nearby places in Kerala and other major cities in South India

How to reach Thrissur by flight

Kochi International Airport is the nearest airport from Thrissur which is well connected to all the major Indian cities via regular flights. It is also connected with direct flights from the Middle East, Maldives, Europe, Singapore and Sri Lanka. You can hire a taxi from Kochi to reach Thrissur.

How to reach Thrissur by road

Thrissur is connected to the other major cities through a good network of roads by NH544, NH17, NH47 and NH66. You can also travel to Thrissur by bus from the cities like Kannur, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram, Mangalore, Bangalore and Coimbatore. 

How to reach Thrissur by train

Thrissur is well connected and serviced by rail to all the major cities in the country. Daily trains are available from the cities like Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, New Delhi and Hyderabad. In fact, the Thrissur Railway Station is the major railhead in South India. 

Local transport in Thrissur

Buses, autorickshaws, taxis and even bikes are available for internal commuting. A lot of sightseeing options are nearby city and can be accessed by walking as well.

Most frequently searched routes to Thrissur

Route Name Distance Time
Ernakulam to Thrissur 77.4 km 1 hour 50 mins
Chennai to Thrissur 617 km 9 hours 45 mins
Bangalore to Thrissur 472 km 7 hours 48 mins
Hyderabad to Thrissur 1,040 km 15 hours 43 mins
Alleppey to Thrissur 131 km 2 hours 59 mins
Goa to Thrissur 707 km 15 hours 56 mins

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What are the places near Thrissur?

The top places near to Thrissur are Munnar which is 104 km from Thrissur, Ooty which is located 111 km from Thrissur, Kochi which is located 62 km from Thrissur, Alleppey which is located 122 km from Thrissur, Wayanad which is located 132 km from Thrissur

What are the things to do in Thrissur?

The top things to do in Thrissur are Athirapally Falls, Charpa Falls, Vadakummnathan temple, Shakthan Thampuran Palace, Vazhachal Falls, Thrissur Zoo. You can see all the places to visit in Thrissur here

How much does a package cost for Thrissur?

The packages for Thrissur start at INR 9541 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What is the best way to reach Thrissur?

Kochi (83Km) is the nearest airport from which Thrissur is well connected via rail and road. Thrissur has its own railway station and regular trains are available. Buses and Cabs are also available in ample amounts from nearby places in Kerala and other major cities in South India
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What is the local food in Thrissur?

Fresh Vellayappams are the most popular item in Thrissur along with other Kerala delicacies that can be found in the numerous shacks dotting the small lane near Dolors Basillica. Other than this snacks like Achappam, Idiyappams and Kuzhalappam are widespread in the area.
All this stands out in the town, while the essentials like Dosa, Idli, Uppama, Poori and more are easily available. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations are available in the town and can be enjoyed across the numerous eating places available. One might also get to enjoy a unique dash of North Indian cuisine at certain restaurants.
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What is the best time to visit Thrissur?

Climate wise, the best time to visit Thrissur is winters, from October to March. However, you must try visiting during one of the festivals celebrated with great pomp and show here. In the month of April or May, the famous Thrissur Pooram festival takes place. Thrissur also hosts the Pulikali during Onam celebrations in August or September (depending on Malayalam calendar).
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Who should visit Thrissur?

Thrissur is perfect for people interested in religious tourism and shopping. It can also be visited by people looking for a place to relax amidst nature. Ideal for family vacations and solo trips.

What is not so good about Thrissur?

Very crowded, traffic is a major issue.

What is famous about Thrissur?

Pleasant weather throughout the year. Well connected to other cities. Great cuisine.

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Lekshmi Kurup

on Thrissur Zoo 5 years ago
Thrissur zoo cannot be here because its very bad as compared to trivandrum zoo. This thrissur zoo is just in 14 acres and trivandrum is having 55 acres and having lot more species of animals as compa (Read More)red to trissur.so my opinion is trivandrum zoo should be here in place of trissur.

Deep's Diary

5 years ago
Athirappilly was so much fun. I almost spend 4 hours. Worth the time. "Text Hidden" "Link Hidden"

Rohit Shroff

6 years ago
- Beware ofåÊPick pocketing. Certain areas near the bus terminal and railway stations may not be a good place for women moving around alone in the nights.
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