About Vadakkumnathan Temple
Located on the heart of the Thrissur city, Vadakkumnathan Temple is often termed as the Kailasam or Vrishabachalam. The temple is a magnificent example for Kerala Style of architecture. The Temple is well surrounded by a huge masonry wall with four gigantic gateways (Gopurams). The craftsmanship of wooden paneled Koothambalam (Sanctum Sanctorum) is exquisite piece of work. The main deity is the Lord Shiva. There are also small shrines for Goddess Parvati, Sri Ganapathy, Srisankaranarayana, Sri Rama and Sri Krishna. Temple is renowned for its amazing mural paintings. This temple which covers nearly 9 acres is the site where “Pooram” festival is celebrated every year in April or May. As per Hindu Mythology, the temple was built by Lord Parasurama.
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Thiruvambadi Shri Krishna Temple, Kerala
1 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
The Temple is located nearby Vadakkumnathan Temple and an important participant in Pooram festival. The main deity of the temple is Lord Krishna...
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Shakthan Thampuran Palace, Kerala
1.3 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
Shakthan Thampuran Palace also known as Vadakkekara Palace, was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Ramavarma Thampuran of the...
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Paramekkavu Temple, Kerala
1.5 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
Paramekkavu Temple is the largest among the Bhagavathi Temple in Kerala. This temple is the other participant in Pooram Festival. All 15 elephants...
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Our Lady of Lourdes Metropolitan Cathedral, Kerala
1.5 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
During Dutch and British invasion, many churches are established across Kerala. Lady Lourdes is one of its kind and largest of all. The front...
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Bible Tower, Kerala
1.6 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
Asia’s tallest church tower, Bible Tower, is located in Thrissur in “Our Lady of Dolours Shrine”. The church was built in 1929. The bible...
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Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda Museum, Kerala
9.6 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
This Ayurveda Museum focuses on the richness and heritage of Ayurveda Medicinal Science. It was inaugurated by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, former...
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Arattupuzha Temple, Kerala
15 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
Aarattupuzha, the tiny hamlet is known for its Ayyappan Temple and Aarattupuzha Pooram. The Ayyappan Temple located on the banks of Karuvannur...
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Vadanapilly Beach, Kerala
21.4 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
The coast along this beach is lined with coral reef and coconut palms. The Vadanapilly Beach offers oppurtunities for surfing and swimming and...
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Peechi Dam, Kerala
21.8 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
Peechi Dam which is built across Manali River is the major irrigation project for the Thrissur city. Sprawling across 3200 acres, the dam is a...
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Vazhani Dam, Kerala
22.3 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
The biggest earth dam which is built across Vadakkenchery Puzha is Vazhani Dam. The dam was completed in 1962 and spreads across 792.48 meters the...
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Devaswom Museum, Kerala
26.9 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
The Devaswom Museum at the East Gate of the temple features several beautiful collections of murals, antique musical instruments, temple...
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Guruvayur Temple, Kerala
27.1 km from Vadakkumnathan Temple - See map
Guruvayur Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and it is one among five important Temples of Lord Krishna in India. This temple is also termed as...
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