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| :''For the City with the same name, see ''']'''''. | :''For the City with the same name, see ''']'''''. | ||
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| native_name=Thrissur | | |||
| image_map=Location_of_Thrissur_Kerala.png | | image_map=Location_of_Thrissur_Kerala.png | | ||
| hq=Thrissur| | hq=Thrissur| | ||
| latd = 10.52 | | latd = 10.52 | | ||
| longd=76.21 | | longd=76.21 | | ||
| state_name=Kerala | | |||
| abbreviation=IN-KL-8-XXXX | | abbreviation=IN-KL-8-XXXX | | ||
| collector= Dr.M.Beena| | collector= Dr.M.Beena| | ||
| area=3,032 | | area=3,032 | | ||
| area_magnitude=9 | | area_magnitude=9 | | ||
| population_total=29,75,440 | | |||
| population_year= 2001 | | population_year= 2001 | | ||
| population_density= 981 | | population_density= 981 | | ||
| website= |
website= thrissur.nic.in| | ||
| footnotes= | footnotes= | ||
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| '''Thrissur''' (]: തൃശു൪) is a district situated in the central part of ] |
'''Thrissur''' (]: തൃശു൪) is a district situated in the central part of ] state_name, ]. Thrissur district was formed in July 1, 1949. | ||
| The head quarters of the district has the same name, Thrissur City. It is an important cultural centre, and is known as the "'''Cultural Capital of Kerala'''". It is famous for the ] festival, the most colourful and spectacular temple festival of Kerala. The festival is held near the ], in April or May. It has a large number of well known temples around, including the temple town of ], ], ], ]. | The head quarters of the district has the same name, Thrissur City. It is an important cultural centre, and is known as the "'''Cultural Capital of Kerala'''". It is famous for the ] festival, the most colourful and spectacular temple festival of Kerala. The festival is held near the ], in April or May. It has a large number of well known temples around, including the temple town of ], ], ], ]. | ||
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| ] Kanal - 17km from ] City.]] | ] Kanal - 17km from ] City.]] | ||
| Thrissur is situated in south western India {{coor d|10.52|N|76.21|E|}} and is in the central part of ] |
Thrissur is situated in south western India {{coor d|10.52|N|76.21|E|}} and is in the central part of ] state_name, ]. Thrissur is at sea level and spans an area of about 66.15 ]. It is bounded on the north by Palakkad district, on the east by Palakkad district and Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, on the south by Ernakulam and Idukki districts, and on the west by the Arabian Sea(54 Km).<br> | ||
| Descending from the heights of the Western Ghats in the east, the land slopes towards the west forming three distinct natural divisions - the highlands, the plains and the sea board | Descending from the heights of the Western Ghats in the east, the land slopes towards the west forming three distinct natural divisions - the highlands, the plains and the sea board | ||
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| ==Industries== | ==Industries== | ||
| Thrissur is famous for the power ] industry and the ] Mills like the ''Alagappa Textiles'' in ], ''Kerala Lakshmi Mills'' at ], ''Thrissur Cotton Mills'' at ], ''Rajgopal Textiles'' at ], ''Sitaram Spinning and Weaving Mills'' Thrissur, ''Vanaja Textiles'' at ] and ''Kunnath Textiles'' at Thrissur. Thrissur are engaged in the manufacture of hosiery products. The ] and the ] industry offer employment for many people in the district. The first ] in the |
Thrissur is famous for the power ] industry and the ] Mills like the ''Alagappa Textiles'' in ], ''Kerala Lakshmi Mills'' at ], ''Thrissur Cotton Mills'' at ], ''Rajgopal Textiles'' at ], ''Sitaram Spinning and Weaving Mills'' Thrissur, ''Vanaja Textiles'' at ] and ''Kunnath Textiles'' at Thrissur. Thrissur are engaged in the manufacture of hosiery products. The ] and the ] industry offer employment for many people in the district. The first ] in the state_name was erected at Trichur (1905). Most of the ] is brought down from the forests to Thrissur and ], which are the most important timber marts in the District. ] industry has sprung up in Thrissur and ''Darlco Cannings'' and ''Kayee Plantations Cannings''; both situated at Thrissur are important units. The ''Thrissur Fruits and Vegetables Marketing Society'' are establishing a canning industrial unit at ] and it is going on very successfully. Besides all these the ''match stick industry'', ], ] etc give Thrissur its fame as a bustling industrial centre. The first Worker's ] of the state_name was opened in Thrissur (1957). | ||
| ==Places of Interest in Thrissur Rural== | ==Places of Interest in Thrissur Rural== | ||
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Revision as of 07:35, 30 October 2006
- For the City with the same name, see Thrissur.
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| Website | thrissur.nic.in |
Thrissur (Malayalam: തൃശു൪) is a district situated in the central part of Kerala state_name, India. Thrissur district was formed in July 1, 1949. The head quarters of the district has the same name, Thrissur City. It is an important cultural centre, and is known as the "Cultural Capital of Kerala". It is famous for the Thrissur Pooram festival, the most colourful and spectacular temple festival of Kerala. The festival is held near the Vadakkumnathan temple, in April or May. It has a large number of well known temples around, including the temple town of Guruvayur, Thriprayar, Kodungaloor, Irinjalakkuda.
Etymology
The name Thrissur is derived from 'Tri-Shiva-Perur' (Malayalam: തൃശ്ശിവേപരൂ൪) , which means the place with three famous Siva temples which are said to be the Vadakkunnathan, Kottapuram Siva temple and Punkunnam Siva temple. (Alternately, the name can be parsed as 'Thiru-Siva-Perur', the place with the holy name of Siva). Thrissur was also known as Vrishabhadripuram and Ten Kailasam in ancient days.
History
Main article: History of ThrissurFrom ancient times, Thrissur District has played a significant part in the political history of south India. The early political history of the District is interlinked with that of the Cheras of the Sangam age, who ruled over vast portions of Kerala with their capital at Vanchi. The whole of the present Thrissur District was included in the early Chera Empire. The District can claim to have played a significant part in fostering the trade relations between Kerala and the outside world in the ancient and medieval period.
Kodungalloor which had the unique distinction of being the "Primum Emporium India", also belongs to the signal honour of having first given shelter to all the three communities which have contributed to the prosperity of Malabar'. These three communities are the Christians, the Jews and the Muslims. The history of Thrissur District from the 9th to the 12th centuries is the history of Kulasekharas of Mahodayapuram and the history since 12th century is the history of the rise and growth of Perumpadappu Swarupam.
In 1790 Raja Rama Varma (1790-1805) popularly known as Saktan Tampuran ascended the throne of Cochin. With the accession of this ruler the English or modern period in the history of Cochin and of the District began. Saktan Tampuran was mainly responsible for the destruction of the power of the feudal chieftains and increase of royal power. Another potent force in the public life of Trichur and its suburbs was the Namboodithiri community. A large part of the Trichur Taluk was for long under the domination of the Yogiatiripppads, the ecclesiastical heads of the Vadakkunnathan and Perumanam Devaswoms.
Saktan Tampuran ascended the throne just before the conclusion of the treaty with the English East India Company1 according to which Cochin threw off all allegiance to Tipu and became tributary to the Company.
The wave of nationalism and political consciousness which swept through the country since the early decades of this century has its repercussions in the District as well. Thrissur District can claim the honour of having been in the forefront of the country-wide movement for temple entry and abolition of untouchability. The famous Guruvayur Satyagraha is a memorable episode in the history of the national movement.
Demographics
Hindus ,Christians and Muslims constitute the bulk of the population of this district.
The Nairs and the Ezhavas are numerically the most dominant castes of Thrissur. There is also a large population of Ambalavasis and Pattars(Tamil brahmins). The Scheduled Castes, around 12 % of the population of the district, also form a significant section among the Hindus of the district.
The Catholics - both Syrian and Latin, Jacobites and Chaldeans are the main sections of the Christian Community in the district. Catholics constitute around 90% of the christian population of the district. Jacobites and Chaldean Syrians constitute the rest. Kunnamkulam, a small towm in the northern part of the district is the important center for the Jacobites.
Muslims live predominantly in costal belt, from north Punnayoorkkulam to South Azhikode, of the district. Sunnis are the major section in Muslim community.
Geography and climate
Thrissur is situated in south western India 10°31′N 76°13′E / 10.52°N 76.21°E / 10.52; 76.21 and is in the central part of Kerala state_name, India. Thrissur is at sea level and spans an area of about 66.15 km². It is bounded on the north by Palakkad district, on the east by Palakkad district and Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, on the south by Ernakulam and Idukki districts, and on the west by the Arabian Sea(54 Km).
Descending from the heights of the Western Ghats in the east, the land slopes towards the west forming three distinct natural divisions - the highlands, the plains and the sea board
The Periyar, the Chalakudy, the Karuvannur, and the Ponnani (Bharatha Puzha) are the main river systems in the district. They take their origin from the mountains on the east, and flow westward and discharge into the Arabian Sea. There are a number of tributaries also joining these main rivers. There are waterfalls such as Athirappilly Falls.
The district has a tropical humid climate with an oppressive hot season and plentiful and seasonal rainfall. The hot season from March to May is followed by the South West Monsoon season from June to September. The period from December to February is the North East Monsoon season, although the rain stop by the end of December and the rest of the period is generally dry.
Culture
Thrissur is built around a hillock, crowned by the famous Vadakkunathan (Siva) Temple, believed to have been founded by legendary Parasurama. The temple is a classical example of Kerala style of architecture and houses several sacted shrines.
Thrissur also has added to its name The Church of Our Lady of Dolors, popularly known as the New Church. It is the biggest church in South Asia. The first church of India is also situated in Thrissur, the St. Thomas church at Palayoor. The Metropolitan of the Chaldean Syrian Church (the name used for the Church of the East in India) is also headquartered in Thrissur, and many religious publications are printed by Mar Narsai Press. The largest christian piligrim centre in the district, St.Joseph's Shrine is situated at Pavaratty.
Saint Thomas (Apostle) is believed to have landed in Kodungalloor (Formerly called Muziris) in 52 AD. The Saint Thomas Church established by him houses ancient relics.
Guruvayur is situated 25 Km north-west of the city, here the famous Sree Krishna temple is situated, is one of the most sacred and important pilgrim centres of India. The historic temple is shrouded in mystery. According to belief, the temple was created by Guru - the preceptor of the Gods and Vayu - the God of winds.
The major cultural attraction is the Thrissur Pooram festival, celebrated during April - May, the Elephant Umbrella competition is spectacular, as richly caparisoned elephants carrying ceremonial umbrellas take the deity around the main temple. The passionate drum concerts and the spectacular firework displays are all part of the Pooram celebration
Kerala Sahithya Akademy, Sangeetha Nataka Akademy and Kerala Lalithakala Academy are head quartered at Thrissur making the epithet 'cultural capital of Kerala' more meaningful.
However, it is interesting to note that the culture of the Talappilly Taluk, northern part of Thrissur district, slightly differs from other parts of the district, and resembles Valluvanad in festivals and customs.
Government and Politics
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The main legislative constituency in the district is Thrissur City. Apart from the city constituency, there are 13 other constituencies from the district of Thrissur: Ollur, Guruvayoor, Chalakkudy, Cherpu, Nattika, Kodungallur, Irinjalakuda, Kodakara, Mala, Manaloor, Kunnamkulam, Wadakkancheri, and Chelakkara.
There are two parliament constituencies : Thrissur and Mukundapuram. Sri.C.K.Chandrappan is the Thrissur M.P and Sri. Lonappan Nambadan is the Mukundapuram M.P.
For administrative purposes, the district of Thrissur is divided into five talukas. These five taluk centres are administrative hubs for 151 villages in Thrissur.
Media
The first newspaper which published from Thrissur was Lokamanyan in 1920. Then came Deenabandhu in 1941. Major Malayalam newspapers published in Thrissur include Malayala Manorama, Mathrubhumi, Deshabhimani and Deepika and Kerala Koumudi. A number of evening papers are also published from the city. Newspapers in other regional languages like Hindi, Kannada, Tamil and Telugu are also sold in large numbers.
Industries
Thrissur is famous for the power loom industry and the Textile Mills like the Alagappa Textiles in AlagappaNagar, Kerala Lakshmi Mills at Pullazhi, Thrissur Cotton Mills at Nattika, Rajgopal Textiles at Athani, Sitaram Spinning and Weaving Mills Thrissur, Vanaja Textiles at Kuriachira and Kunnath Textiles at Thrissur. Thrissur are engaged in the manufacture of hosiery products. The coir and the tile industry offer employment for many people in the district. The first saw mill in the state_name was erected at Trichur (1905). Most of the timber is brought down from the forests to Thrissur and Chalakkudy, which are the most important timber marts in the District. Canning industry has sprung up in Thrissur and Darlco Cannings and Kayee Plantations Cannings; both situated at Thrissur are important units. The Thrissur Fruits and Vegetables Marketing Society are establishing a canning industrial unit at Nadathara and it is going on very successfully. Besides all these the match stick industry, pharmaceuticals, printing etc give Thrissur its fame as a bustling industrial centre. The first Worker's Indian Coffee House of the state_name was opened in Thrissur (1957).
Places of Interest in Thrissur Rural
- Athirapilly Water Falls (63 km from Thrissur City) This 80 feet high waterfall at the threshold of the Sholayar ranges is a popular picnic spot. Two amusement parks - DreamWorld and SilverStorm - are located nearby.
- Vazhachal Just a short drive from Athirapilly is close to dense forests and a part of the Chalakudy river.
- Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary (23 km from city) It is the largest elephant park in the world, with over 60 elephants.
- Peechi Dam (20 km from city) It is a good picnic spot
- Chavakad Beach (25 km) A sea shore for rare scenic beauty. Acknowledged as one of the best beaches along the west coast.
- Vazhani Dam (24 km from city) It is a good picnic spot
- Kerala Kalamandalam (30 km) It is in Cheruthuruthy and was founded by the Poet Sri. Vallathol Narayana Menon, to encourage the study of the ancient arts of Kerala such as Kathakali and Mohiniyattom.
See also
Template:Topics related to Thrissur
External links
Notes
Photo gallery of Thrissur District
- An elephant saluting Vadakkunathan during Thrissur pooram. An elephant saluting Vadakkunathan during Thrissur pooram.
- Elephant Sanctuary at Punnathur kotta, Guruvayoor - 27 km from Thrissur City Elephant Sanctuary at Punnathur kotta, Guruvayoor - 27 km from Thrissur City
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Thecke Chira (Big pond in the South), in Thrissur City
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Guruvayur Temple entrance - 25 km from Thrissur City.
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