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An ancient Shiva temple in Thrissur, known for its classic Kerala architecture, murals, and as the venue for the famous Thrissur Pooram festival.
Vadakkumnathan Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, sits on a small hillock in the center of Thrissur city, surrounded by a massive stone wall and the sprawling Thekkinkadu Maidan. The temple is a classic example of Kerala's architectural style, with multi-layered sloping roofs, intricate wood carvings, and ancient murals. As you enter, you walk through large open courtyards before reaching the main shrine complex. The complex houses three principal shrines: one for Lord Shiva as Vadakkumnathan, another for Lord Shankaranarayana (a combined form of Shiva and Vishnu), and a third for Lord Rama.
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Swaraj Round N, Kuruppam, Thekkinkadu Maidan, Thrissur, Swaraj Round, Thrissur, Kerala, India
Air
Cochin International Airport (COK) is the nearest airport, located about 50 km away. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to reach the temple by taxi.
Train
Thrissur Railway Station (TCR) is just 2 km from the temple. It's a major railway station in Kerala and is well-connected to all major cities in India.
Road
Thrissur is well-connected by National Highway 544. Regular government (KSRTC) and private buses operate from major cities like Kochi (75 km), Kozhikode (120 km), and Coimbatore (115 km).
Local Transport
The temple is at the city center. Auto-rickshaws and online cab services like Uber and Ola are easily available. The city bus network is extensive, with most buses passing through Swaraj Round.
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