Thrissur
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The cultural capital of Kerala, Thrissur derives its name from 'Tiru-Shiva-Perur' (the town with the name of Lord Shiva). The town has grown over years around Vadakkunnatha Kshetram which is in the centre of a hillock. Sankaracharya is supposed to have spent his last days in this temple. The most important festival of Kerala, 'Pooram' is celebrated here during April-May. Caprisoned elephants and firework and the 'ChendaMelam' and 'Panchavadyam' associated with the Pooram festival attract huge crowds. Thrissur also has a number of churches with gigantic and imposing interiors. The Periyar, The Chalakudy, The Karuvannur and Ponnani (Bharatha Puzha) are the main river systems in the district. The district also has a sea shore of 54km. 
 

PROFILE
Area 3032 sq. km.
Population 2,74,225(as on 1993).
Climate Warm tropical climate.  Monsoons from June to October
Location 78 kms to the north of Cochin, and 80 kms from Palakkad.
Tourist season September to March
Religion Hindus and Muslim form the major community, with a minority of Christians.
Language Malayalam is the official language. English is also used among the business class.
Altitude Sea level
Time Zone (Indian standard Time + 5.30 hours GMT).

TOURIST SPOTS
Kerala Kalamandalam 29 kms from Thrissur, is the cheruthuruthy, the seat of Kerala Kalamandalam, an accademy for the Classical art forms , especially Kadhakali. The academy wad founded by the famous poet Vallthol
Thrissur Pooram The most important feastival of kerala, celebrated during April-May in every year. Colorful with caprisoned elephants, the fireworks, the melam ...etc
Guruvayoor Temple The famous temple of 'Lord Krishna', known as the 'Dwraka of the South'. A popular pilgrim centre for the hindus.
Punnathoor Fort - Elephant Yard just about 2 kms from Guruvayoor. The fort houses around 100 elephants, belonging to the Guruvayoor temple.
Aathirappally A beautiful waterfalls, with rocky hills, gurgling streams and valleys. 25 kms from Chalakkudi, a place near Thrissur.
Vazhachal Drive a little more from Aathirappally, to explore charm of another beautiful waterfall.
Peechi Dam Site A wildlife sanctuary associated with a dam site and a garden. 23 kms from Thrissur.
Museum and Zoo A rare collection of pre historic sculptures, paintings ...etc and a wide range of wild animals.Just 1 km away from the town. Open from 10am until 5pm.