| Trichur
or Thrissur known as "Tiru-Shiva-Perur' is named after
Lord Shiva and its rich history, cultural heritage and archeological
wealth makes this the cultural capital of Kerala. Trichur's
rise as a town of importance is attributed to Raja Rama
Varma, popularly known as 'Sakthan Thampuran'. Lying in
central Kerala, it is known for its several popular shrines
and famed far and wide for its pooram festival.
| Prime
Attractions of Thrissur (Trichur) |
|
| 1.Vadakkunath
Temple |
6.Vilangakunnu |
11.Manikka
Temple
Iringalakuda |
16.Sakthan
Thampuran Palace |
|
2.Archealogical Museum |
7.Arattupuzha |
12.Cheruthuruthy |
17.St. Thomas Monument,
Kodungallur, |
| 3.Zoo |
8.Peechy
Dam |
13.Aryannur
Temple
Kundanasserry |
18.Cheraman
Juma Masjid
Kodungallur |
| 4.Town
Hall |
9.Pota
Divine Centre |
14.Athirapally |
19.Punnathur
Kotta. |
|
5.Aquarium |
10.Guruvayur |
15.Vazhachal |
20.Art
Museum |
The important vegetations grown are paddy crops, coconut,
tapioca, areca nut, cashew, banana, rubber, pepper, turmeric,
pulses etc.
CHALAKKUDY
55km from Ernakulam, Chalakkudy is the foot hill
town of the multi purpose Hydro Electric and Irrigation
Projects of the Sholayar Projects ranges. The beautiful
waterfalls of Athirappally and Vazhachal which are 5km apart
belong to this area. Chalakudi is an important 'timber centre',
and was the base of Tipu Sulthan during the attack on the'
Travancore Lines', known as Krishnakotta or Nedumkotta.
CHALAKUDY RIVER
The river though has its origin in the Anamalai region of
Tamilnadu is actually the collection of the falls from Parambikulam,
Kuriyarkutti, Sholayar, Karapara and Anakayam. The famous
Waterfalls Athirapally and Vazhachal is situated in the
banks of this river. The famous Hydro Electric Projects
in Chalakkudy River are Sholayar Hydro Electric Project
and Peringalkuttu Hydro Electric Project. Chalakkudy Dam
is situated in this river. It merges with the Periyar River
at the village of Puthanvelikkara in Ernakulam. |
