Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur — Thrissur
Where is Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur? Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur is a Shiva mandir in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala.
Deity: Shiva
Location: Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala
Address: Swaraj Round, Kottappuram
Postal code: 680001
Where is Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur? Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur is a Shiva mandir in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala. Includes a photo gallery. Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur is listed on AllMandir with address, map, directions, and links to nearby mandirs.
History & significance
The Vadakkumnathan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Thrissur, in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India. The temple is a classical example of the architectural style of Kerala and has one monumental tower on each of the four sides in addition to a koothambalam. Mural paintings depicting various scenes from the Mahabharata can be seen inside the temple. The shrines and the Kuttambalam display vignettes carved in wood. The temple, along with the mural paintings, has been declared as a National Monument by India under the AMASR Act. According to popular local lore, this is the first temple built by Parashurama, the sixth avatar of Vishnu.
Temple questions
Where is Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur?
Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur is a Shiva mandir in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala.
What are Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur darshan timings?
Check Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur darshan timings on AllMandir or contact the temple before visiting. Festival days often have different hours.
Which deity is worshipped at Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur?
Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur is a Shiva mandir in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala.
How do I reach Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur?
Vadakkunnathan Temple, Thrissur is in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala (Swaraj Round, Kottappuram). Open the AllMandir temple page for the map and directions.
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