KTDC HOTEL Nandanam

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ARTS & LITERATURE at Thrissur

1. Institute of Mural Paintings: The institute which is situated in
the Kizhakke Nada of Guruvayoor temple provides training in mural
paintings,art history,aesthetics, Sanaskrit, Silpa texts and Dhyanasloka.

2. Kerala Kalamandalam: The Kearla Kalamndalam, located at
Cheruthuruthy is renowned in the world for its Kathakali training center.
This music and dance academy was founded by famous poet Vallathol
Narayana Menon. You can sign up for a two month course if interested
and learn about the 600 hand gestures and 9 facial rasams (emotions)
that an artist must master. It is located at 30.3km from Thrissur city.

3. Kearal Lalitha Kala Academy: The academy supports artists
through workshops, artist camps and exhibitions, Ph: 0487233373,
2339262

4. Kerala Sahitya Academy: On the way to the Town Hall, the
academy is located on a Bunglow and was established in the year 1956
to promote Malayalam literature and language. Ph: 0487 2331069.

5. Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy: The academy was established
to train, preserve and patronize music and dance forms of
Kerala. The Sangeetha Nataka Academy sees regular expositions of theatre,
dance, drama and folk arts, Ph: 0487 2332134, 2335485

6. Town Hall: Onthe way to museum, Town Hall is an excellent
monument if erstwhile Thrissur's administrative, military and cultural his-
tory. It houses the Chitralayam Gallery, where mural paintings from all
parts of Kerala are on display.

7. Unnayi Warrier Smaraka Kalanilayam, lrinajalakuda :
Unnayi Warrier Smaraka Kalanilayam is world Famous centre for learning
Kathakali and other performing Arts. The institution is located in at Irin-
jalakuda of Thrissur district.

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Nearby attractions Guruvayoor
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Sree Krishna Temple: The main attraction of Guruvayoor is the Sree Krishnaswamy Temple, a popular pilgrim centre and an important temple dedicated to Lord Krishna in Kerala. According to mythology, the temple is the creation of Guru, the preceptor of the Gods, and Vayu, the God of Wind. The eastern nada is the main entrance to the shrine. In the Chuttambalam (outer enclosure) is the tall 33.5 m-high gold-plated Dwajasthambam (flag post).
There is also a seven-metre high Deepastambham (pillar of lamps), the thirteen circular receptacles of which provide a truly gorgeous spectacle when fully lit. The square-shaped Sreekovil is the sacred sanctum sanctorum of the temple housing the main deity. The temple also has deities of Lord Ganapathi, Lord Ayyappa and Edathedattu Kavil Bhagavathy. Only Hindus are allowed into the temple.

Punnathoor Kotta (400 metre from Guruvayoor temple - Open 0930-1730 hrs): Over 40 elephants are groomed at the Punnathoor Kotta ('Kotta' means fort). The elephants here are devotees’ offerings to the Guruvayoor Temple. The place provides you an opportunity to watch how elephants are reared and medically treated in the traditional manner. One can also watch the training given to elephants.

Thrissur: The nearby city of Thrissur is best known for its grand Pooram festival held in the Malayalam month of Medam (April-May). The festival is the most colourful and spectacular event in Kerala. Spectators from all parts of the State and even outside throng the Thekkinkadu grounds to watch the spectacle.

Reach us
Nearest bus terminal: 100 metre
Nearest railway station: Guruvayoor, about 50 metre
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 89 km

Contact us

For Reservations
Hotel Nandanam (KTDC)
East Nada, Guruvayoor
Thrissur - 680101, Kerala, India
Phone: +91-9400008656, +91-487-2556266 / 67
E-mail: [email protected]

For specific assistance:
Mobile: +91-94000 08655

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Nandanam
Hotel Nandanam in Guruvayoor assures visitors to the pilgrim town a comfortable stay that goes well with their purpose of visit.