Thrissur

Travel to Thrissur: History, Culture and Shopping

Since ancient times, Thrissur district has played an important role in the political history of South India. The early political history of the district is closely connected with the Cheras of the Sangam Age, who ruled over large parts of Kerala and had their capital at Vanchi. The entire present-day Thrissur district was included in the early Chera Empire.

The district also played an important role in promoting trade relations between Kerala and the outside world during ancient and medieval times.

How to Reach Thrissur

By Air

The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport at Nedumbassery, located approximately 58 km from the city. Another major airport near Thrissur is Kochi Airport. Several public and private airlines connect the region with major cities in Kerala and other parts of India.

By Road

An extensive network of roads connects the city with many important destinations in South India.

By Train

Thrissur has an important railway station in South India. Several major trains connect Thrissur with other places in Kerala and neighbouring cities in South India.

Shopping in Thrissur

Thrissur is an important city in Kerala and is often referred to as the cultural capital of the state. Its rich tradition of arts and handicrafts makes shopping in Thrissur a rewarding experience.

Silk weaving and jewellery making are important traditional crafts of Thrissur. The famous Thrissur silk sarees, made with soft silk threads and vibrant colours, are almost a must-buy for anyone looking to take home a special souvenir from Kerala. The city also has many large jewellery stores.

Other traditional Kerala handicrafts such as coir products, coconut-shell crafts, horn sculptures, wood carvings and bronze works are also available in abundance in Thrissur.

Skilled artisans from the region create beautiful carpets, floor coverings and many other utility items and artistic objects using coir fibres and coconut shells. Horn carving is also an exquisite traditional craft of Kerala. You can choose from these items while shopping in Thrissur.

Finally, do not forget to take home Kathakali masks while shopping in Thrissur as souvenirs of your wonderful Kerala trip.

There are many options for shopping in Thrissur. State government emporiums and private shops are available throughout the city.

You can also shop at roadside stalls set up by local vendors, offering a wide variety of products and good opportunities to find attractive bargains.

Food in Thrissur

Kerala is famous throughout the world for its excellent cuisine prepared in traditional ways.

Visitors to Thrissur can enjoy a wide variety of special cuisines served at hotels and fast-food restaurants across the city. Most hotels provide comfortable and quality services to their guests and offer some of the finest traditional Kerala recipes.

The traditional cuisine of the region includes a wide variety of preparations such as boiled dishes, roasted dishes, seafood, vegetables and Chinese food as well.

Some popular Kerala dishes include:

• Vegetable Korma
• Fried Fish
• Dosa
• Pakoda
• Banana Chips
• Erisseri
• Bonda
• Palak Paneer
• Green Beans with Dry Coconut

Hotels in Thrissur

• The River Retreat, Thrissur
• Hotel Palace Luciya, Thrissur
• Hill Garden Tourist Home, Thrissur
• Riverok Villas, Thrissur
• Kadapuram Beach Resort, Thrissur
• Hotel Palace Tower, Thrissur
• Sundaram Guest House, Thrissur
• Sidhartha Regency, Thrissur
• Marar Lodge, Thrissur
• Yatri Nivas, Thrissur
• Nilayoram Resorts, Thrissur
• Hotel Trichur Towers, Thrissur
• Naduluveettil Resorts, Thrissur
• Hamriya Regency Accommodation, Thrissur