Sri Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur
Lord Vadakkunnathan (Shiva)
Thrissur, Thrissur district, Kerala
Managed by Cochin Devaswom Board
Ancient Shiva temple at the heart of Thrissur, venue of the spectacular Thrissur Pooram with caparisoned elephants.
History
The temple is believed to have been founded by Parashurama. The linga is covered by a mound of ghee built up over centuries of abhishekam that never melts or smells. Classical Kerala architecture and murals (Vasukishayana, Nritya Natha) are well preserved. Thrissur Pooram, started by Sakthan Thampuran in the 18th century, takes place in the temple grounds.
Festivals
- Thrissur Pooram (Medam
- Apr–May)
- Maha Shivaratri
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Directions to Sri Vadakkunnathan Temple
How to reach
- By air
- Kochi Airport, about 55 km
- By train
- Thrissur station, about 1.5 km
- By road
- KSRTC buses and taxis from the nearest town.
Near the temple
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