Thrissur - The Cultural Capital of Kerala
Thrissur district in Kerala is located in the central part of the state. It is a cultural center, with a long history, dating back to the Tamil Sangam Era. Thrissur has served as the entry point into India for people from Europe and the middle east.
Thrissur is at Sea level and covers an area of more than 3000 square kilometers. It has a coastline of 54 kilometers on its western border, along the Arabian Sea. The region has a typical coastal climate, hot and humid. It experiences good rains during the monsoon. Thrissur attracts a lot of tourists during the Thrissur Pooram Festival, in April-May. This festival attracts a huge number of pilgrims. It also attracts tourists who come to witness the colorful spectacle.
For those who want to enjoy the beauty of nature, there are the Athirapally and Vazhachal Waterfalls, Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Vilangankunnu Hill. For adventure tourists, Thrissur offers boating, Trekking Trails and water sports. Buy a Thrissur map and mark the places to visit. Then plan your tour to visit many places or just enjoy a few select ones in a leisurely fashion.
Thrissur is a place with varied attractions for tourists. There are many hotels and resorts in Thrissur. Check availability of rooms in Thrissur hotels before you plan a trip. Stay at one of the Thrissur resorts and explore the surroundings
The River Retreat
The River Retreat is located in Cheruthuruthy on the Banks of the Bharathappuzha River. It is located near Kalamandalam and the Keraleeya Ayurveda Samajam. Shornur Railway Station is just a few minutes away. The River Retreat was previously the Summer Palace of the Cochin Maharaja. It has now been converted into an Ayurvedic resort.
Accommodation: The River Retreat has 24 rooms that have been redesigned to provide modern facilities. But they still retain their royal ambiance. They are in 3 categories:
Royal Chambers.
Retreats
Kerala Bedrooms
All the rooms have attached bathrooms. The rooms are air-conditioned. They have Intercom, Direct dial telephone, cable television, mini bar, coffee maker, Wi-fi connection,sofa, dining table, fruit basket, newspaper and snacks.
Dining:
Riviera - Multi-cuisine restaurant.
White Sands - Bar.
Other Facilities and Services: A/C and non-A/C conference halls, open air conference facility, banquet hall, parking, health club, lawns, kids play area, massage parlor, and cultural shows.
Ayurvedic Center: This Ayurvedic resort offers a variety of Ayurvedic rejuvenation treatments and therapies.
Vedic Village Resort
Vedic Village Resort is located in the ancient port town of Kodunganalloor. This town is so old it is mentioned in the epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. This resort is set in a serene backwaters location, accessible by road from Cochin. It is just 30 km from Cochin airport.
The Accommodations
The Resort offers cottages in 4 categories:
Emperor's Nest
Kovilakam
Queen's Nest
King.s Nest
The rooms have all modern facilities available
Dining:
Grandma's Food Court: Multi-cuisine restaurant serving authentic traditional Kerala food, plus Chinese, Indian and Continental dishes
Other Facilities and Services: Boating, recreational room, swimming pool, help desk and Ayurvedic spa.
Other Activities: Visit nearby villages, attend local festivals, explore ancient market places, visit a handloom factory and enjoy moonlight dinners.
Thrissur is at Sea level and covers an area of more than 3000 square kilometers. It has a coastline of 54 kilometers on its western border, along the Arabian Sea. The region has a typical coastal climate, hot and humid. It experiences good rains during the monsoon. Thrissur attracts a lot of tourists during the Thrissur Pooram Festival, in April-May. This festival attracts a huge number of pilgrims. It also attracts tourists who come to witness the colorful spectacle.
For those who want to enjoy the beauty of nature, there are the Athirapally and Vazhachal Waterfalls, Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Vilangankunnu Hill. For adventure tourists, Thrissur offers boating, Trekking Trails and water sports. Buy a Thrissur map and mark the places to visit. Then plan your tour to visit many places or just enjoy a few select ones in a leisurely fashion.
Thrissur is a place with varied attractions for tourists. There are many hotels and resorts in Thrissur. Check availability of rooms in Thrissur hotels before you plan a trip. Stay at one of the Thrissur resorts and explore the surroundings
The River Retreat
The River Retreat is located in Cheruthuruthy on the Banks of the Bharathappuzha River. It is located near Kalamandalam and the Keraleeya Ayurveda Samajam. Shornur Railway Station is just a few minutes away. The River Retreat was previously the Summer Palace of the Cochin Maharaja. It has now been converted into an Ayurvedic resort.
Accommodation: The River Retreat has 24 rooms that have been redesigned to provide modern facilities. But they still retain their royal ambiance. They are in 3 categories:
Royal Chambers.
Retreats
Kerala Bedrooms
All the rooms have attached bathrooms. The rooms are air-conditioned. They have Intercom, Direct dial telephone, cable television, mini bar, coffee maker, Wi-fi connection,sofa, dining table, fruit basket, newspaper and snacks.
Dining:
Riviera - Multi-cuisine restaurant.
White Sands - Bar.
Other Facilities and Services: A/C and non-A/C conference halls, open air conference facility, banquet hall, parking, health club, lawns, kids play area, massage parlor, and cultural shows.
Ayurvedic Center: This Ayurvedic resort offers a variety of Ayurvedic rejuvenation treatments and therapies.
Vedic Village Resort
Vedic Village Resort is located in the ancient port town of Kodunganalloor. This town is so old it is mentioned in the epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. This resort is set in a serene backwaters location, accessible by road from Cochin. It is just 30 km from Cochin airport.
The Accommodations
The Resort offers cottages in 4 categories:
Emperor's Nest
Kovilakam
Queen's Nest
King.s Nest
The rooms have all modern facilities available
Dining:
Grandma's Food Court: Multi-cuisine restaurant serving authentic traditional Kerala food, plus Chinese, Indian and Continental dishes
Other Facilities and Services: Boating, recreational room, swimming pool, help desk and Ayurvedic spa.
Other Activities: Visit nearby villages, attend local festivals, explore ancient market places, visit a handloom factory and enjoy moonlight dinners.
