Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur, Kerala

From Bangalore

Weekend Trip to Thrissur, Kerala

Famous for

Pilgrim

Weather

Summer 23 to 37°C

Winter 17 to 20°C

Distance / Traveling Time

From Bangalore: 472 kilometers / 7 h ,24 m

Best Time To Visit

Overview

Thrissur, formerly known as Thrichur is popular for being the cultural capital of the south Indian state of Kerala. If you are looking for a weekend trip from Bangalore, visiting this city can be a nice option. This amazing center of artistic delights is the perfect place to enjoy a cultural affair of Kerala. This city is dotted with a number of tourist attractions including religious sites, waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, palaces and so on. Exploring this beautiful city during the weekend along with the loved ones would be a great idea. Thrissur boasts of a rich history that has been a witness to the rise and fall of several dynasties. The city is also known for its annual festival- Thrissur Poonam, Onam celebrations and for being a hub of gold ornaments.

How to Reach Thrissur

By Train

Thrissur is an important railhead in Southern Railway and thus it is well- connected by train to Bangalore. You can go on-board a train to go to Thrissur.

By Air

The nearest airport to Thrissur is Nedumbassery International Airport in Kochi, which is located at a distance of 85 km. Once you get out the airport, you can rent a cab from Kochi in Thrissur. This is well- connected to all important airports of the country including Bangalore.