Thrissur Pooram, known as 'the festival of festivals' 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. This mammoth Pooram festival is held in the Malayalam month of Medam (April-May).

Introduced during the reign of Sakthan Thampuran (1775-1790), the King of erstwhile kingdom of Kochi, the Pooram is a display of strength by the two groups representing the main geographic divisions of Thrissur, Paramekkavu and Thiruvambadi. Two teams of fifteen richly caparisoned elephants each line up face to face on the vast grounds. And then ` Kudamattam',, a competition in the swift and rhythmic changing of brightly coloured and sequined parasols is conducted. The whole event takes place in rhythm to the traditional orchestra ' Pandimelam'.

Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Thrissur, a few minutes drive from the Thekkinkadu grounds.
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 58 km from Thrissur town.

Disclaimer : In Kerala, some of the festival dates are decided in accordance with the Malayalam Calendar. Local practices also influence the dates of some traditional, customary and auspicious events. Being the case, the dates appearing in this section are approximate, which the users need to confirm with the local authorities.

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