Trichur

Places of Interest in Trichur

ATHIRAPILLY WATER FALLS (63 Kms from Thrissur)
This 80" high waterfall at the threshold of the Sholayar ranges is a popular picnic spot. DreamWorld and SilverStorm - Amusement parks - are located nearby. DTPC has a unit to cater the needs of tourists. VAZHACHAL
Just a short drive from Athirapilly is close to dense forests and a part of the Chalakudy river.


PUNNATHUR KOTTA ELEPHANT SANCTUARY
Punathurkotta is very unique in being the largest elephant park in the world with over 60 elephants. All of them are donated by the devotees of Guruvayurappan.
The elephant race and the feast for elephants are a few of the unique features. There are elephants of all ages including very small elephant to old ones.


SAKTHAN THAMPURAN PALACE
Named as Vadakkekara Palace, was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Sri.Ramavarma Thampuran of the erstwhile Princely State of Cochin, well as Sakthan Thampuran(Greatest ruler of the Cochin dynasty) is preserved by Archaeological Department. KUDAKKALLU (Umbrella Rock)
These umbrella rocks of Chiramanangad have a history of over four thousand years, here people of aristocratic were cremated earthen ums and umbrella rocks were placed on top as land marks. VILANGANKUNNU
This hillock has been converted by the tourism department as an amusement park. While grown ups relish the scenic splendor from the hill top. Children can relax and play to their hearts. PEECHI DAM
Is a good picnic spot and located 20 kms. from Thrissur Town. CHAVAKKAD BEACH
A sea shore for rare scenic beauty. Acknowledged as one of the best beaches along the west coast. Unaltered by modernisation and laced on the borders by an array of coconut palms.

ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM/ ART MUSEUM /ZOO
Archeological & Art museum has a good collection of wood carvings, metal sculptures and ancient jewelers.
Entrance fee : free
Photography permitted with the permission from Director/Supt.
Working Hours : 10am to 5pm. Wednesdays upto 1pm.
Thrissur Zoo is a major attraction for children and students with a variety of animals.
Entrance fee : Adults - Rs. 5/-, Children - Rs. 3/-(upto 14 yrs.)
Still Camera : Rs. 5/-, Video Camera - Rs. 500/-.
Open on all work days except Mondays, from 10 a.m. to 6:30p.m.


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