1. Cheraman Juma Masjid
The masjid was built in 629 AD and was rebuilt in the 11th century AD. The mosque was built on a place rewarded by the last Chera ruler who upon witnessing a miraculous phenomenon, travelled to Mecca and adopted Islam.
2. Vadakkunnathan Temple
The origins of the temple are mentioned in the ancient texts of the Hindu Puranas and it is considered to be the place where the Hindu deity Parasurama built a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva as atonement after killing the Kshatriyas. The best time to visit the Vadakkunnathan Temple is during the festivities of Thrissur Pooram. Sadly non-Hindus are not allowed to enter the main temple.
3. Shakthan Thampuran Palace
The palace was coroneted in 1791 and was built by Raja Rama Varma IX the ruler of the erstwhile kingdom of Cochin. The palace complex is spread around 6 acres and is built in a typical Dutch-Kerala architecture.
4. Snehatheeram Beach
Maintained by the Kerala Department of Tourism, the Snehatheeram Beach is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea and is one of the most well maintained beaches in Kerala. The Beach is close to a children’s park which contains a marine aquarium and well maintained landscaped gardens.
