Vadakkunnathan temple, one of the oldest temples in the state, is the
central attraction of the city. The temple is a classical example of Kerala
style architecture and has many decorative murals and pieces of art. Thekkinkadu
Maidan (ground) surrounding the temple is the venue of the world famous
Pooram festival celebrated annually in April -May every year. Non-Hindus
are not permitted inside the temple premises except during the Pooram
festival. In addition to its religious function, the temple used to be
a center for extensive administration with legal and tax raising powers.
The temple is also known as 'Rishabhari' or 'Thenkailasam' ( the Kailash
of the south). It is open from 4.00 am to 10.30 am and 5.00 pm to
8.30 pm.
Vadakkunnathan temple, one of the oldest temples in the state, is the
central attraction of the city. The temple is a classical example of Kerala
style architecture and has many decorative murals and pieces of art. Thekkinkadu
Maidan (ground) surrounding the temple is the venue of the world famous
Pooram festival celebrated annually in April -May every year. Non-Hindus
are not permitted inside the temple premises except during the Pooram
festival. In addition to its religious function, the temple used to be
a center for extensive administration with legal and tax raising powers.
The temple is also known as 'Rishabhari' or 'Thenkailasam' ( the Kailash
of the south). It is open from 4.00 am to 10.30 am and 5.00 pm to
8.30 pm.
