The Cultural Capital of Kerala, Thrissur, houses some of the top cultural institutions in Kerala, such as the Kerala Kalamandalam, Kerala Sahitya Akademi, Kerala Lalithakala Akademi etc.
Located about 40 kms from Thrissur, at the centre of Kodungalloor town is the Sree Kurumba Bhagavathy temple, one of the oldest temples in Kerala. The temple is known for its Bharani festival, one of the major festivals in Kerala.
Munakkal Beach houses the once major port of India, Azhikode. It is believed that St. Thomas, the apostle of Jesus Christ landed at this ancient port of Muziris. Now the place has been transformed into spic and span beach, with children's play area, walkways on the shore of the beach
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As part of the Muziris Heritage Project, the historic Kottappuram Market was renovated. The facades of more than 150 shops have been changed, the pathways done and the waterfront was also landscaped. There is a boat jetty too for the visitors to arrive by boat.
The Kottappuram Waterfront, on the banks of Periyar river, once played a crucial role in the Kerala trade system, linking Kottappuram market to the rest of the world. The once gateway to Kerala has now been renovated into a recreation zone
