Thrissur - Cultural Capital Of Kerala

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The name 'Thrissur' has originated from 'Tiru-Shiva-Peru' which means 'the big town of Lord Shiva'. One of the famous aspects of the city is the shrine where Lord Shiva is the heading idol. The temple is positioned in the heart of the city. The city is one of the first cities of Kerala. There is a myth that the city was created by Lord Parasurama, soon after Kerala was created, by erecting the Shiva temple here. Thrissur map finds a permanent place in the global tourism.

How to reach?

This city has a train station and is united to all the major cities in India. To approach the city, tourists can either travel by train, bus or hire cabs. The closest airport to the city is Nedumbassery International Airport which is located at Kochi. Regular bus services are also available from all cities in Kerala to the city. Tourists can easily locate the traveling directions in Thrissur map. The best time to visit this city is between October and February.

Holidays & tour packages

The city attracts tourists with perfect views of shimmering ...
... waterfalls, hill tops and a variety of picnic spots. There are many tour operators which provide cheap tour packages. Refreshing package of 3 nights 2 days to the city is one of the best options and it can be easily purchased online or from a local tour operator as per your budget. The city is an ideal place for holidays with families and friends. Many beautiful Thrissur hotels are available in the city for the guests at very reasonable prices.

Accommodation options

The city is the known 'cultural capital' of Kerala and is famous for its Onam celebrations in the month of August. Rooms in Thrissur hotels are fully packed in this month as people from many places of the country rush in to contribute in the celebration. Lots of hotel options are available in the city but it is recommended to book hotels near the Railway station because trains are more frequent

Best places to see

Tomb of Shakthan Thampuran, Thirapally falls, Heritage Garden, Vazhachal Water Falls, Shankra Samadhi, Vadakkunnathan Temple, Arattupuzha Temple etc are some of the best sightseeing options in Thrissur.