Trissur district is popular for its cultural activities. People living here give more importance to the culture than anything else. They have built numerous temples, churches and mosques in this district. People consider Trissur, the head quarters of the district as their cultural capital of Kerala.
Trissur Temple Activities
In Trissur, people give high importance to the temple activities such as ‘Trissur Pooranam’ a particular temple festival. Kerala government formed this district in 1949. One of the most important temples in Trissur is Vadakkunnathan temple. Apart from these temple activities, they give high priority to Trissur Onam Celebrations. In the ancient history, people here promoted three communities like Jews, Christians and Muslims.
Literary communities
They have many literary communities that represent the age-old cultural heritage of Indians. Their festivals reflect the uniqueness in their culture. In this modern world, people living in Trissur beautifully balance the traditional values with that of their modern life style and hence this district tops in the list for cultural hubs of Kerala.
Visit tourist attractions in Trissur:
Athirappalli Waterfall:
This is the most popular tourist attraction. It is an ideal picnic spot. You have to travel 63 kms from the city. You can find this waterfall at the threshold of Sholayar Ranges.
Amusement Park:
There are two amusement parks namely Silver Storm and Dream World that make the place more exciting.
Vazhachal:
Visitors cannot avoid staying in this part of region, which is very close to Athirappalli falls. This dense forest is actually a part of Chalakudy River.
Elephant sanctuary:
In Punnathur Kotta is the place you must visit. You can watch the 60 elephants and their activities. One cannot but wonder at the world’s largest elephant park.
Snehatheeram beach:
You can locate this beach at a distance of 23 km from the town. You can also find many beach resorts and fishing boats nearby this location.
Chavakad Beach:
People love to linger in this beach, as this is the best one in the whole west coast. The beauty and the scenery are rare spectacles to watch and enjoy. You can access this beach at a 25 kms distance from the city.
Kerala Kalamandalam:
Among many literary associations, Kerala Kalamandalam is very popular. Sri Vallathol Narayana Menon started this establishment. The main aim of this club is to promote Mohiniyattom and Katahkali dances of Kerala.