The cultural capital of Kerala, Thrissur is synonymous with the world famous and spectacular Pooram Festival. The abode of several prominent culture centres including the Kerala Kalamandalam, Sahitya Academy and Sangeetha Nataka Academy, Thrissur has an extraordinarily rich past as well as a vibrant present. From ancient times, this district with its cultural heritage and archaeological wealth has played a significant role in the political history of South India. Many rulers and dynasties beginning with the Zamorins of Kozhikode, Tipu Sultan of Mysore and Europeans including the Dutch and the British have had a hand in moulding the destiny of this region. Raja Rama Varma popularly known as Sakthan Thampuran is the architect of the present Thrissur town.

ACCESSIBILITY

Telephone access code: +91-487

Air: Nearest international airport: Nedumbassery (58 km)

Rail: Thrissur is an important railhead of the Southern Railways.

Road: The KSRTC Bus Station, near the railway station operates long distance and inter-state services Ph: 2421150 Sakthan Thampuran Bus Stand is 1 km away from town The North Bus Stand is in the heart of the town. Bus timings: Bangalore: 0745, 0845, 1645, 1730, 1820, 2050, 2320 hrs Mysore: 1900, 2100 hrs Cudallore: 0700 hrs Madurai: 2100 hrs Palani: 0645, 0830, 0910, 1145 hrs Mangalore: 0930 hrs

Tourist information offices:

• DTPC, Palace Road, Chembukkavu Ph: 2320800
• Guruvayoor Ph: 2550400 Website: www.dtpcthrissur.com

MUST SEE

Athirapally & Vazhachal Waterfalls
Kerala Kalamandalam
Punnathoor Kotta Elephant Sanctuary
Muziris Heritage Village
The State Museum and Zoo
Peechi Dam