🛕 Sree Vadakkumnathan Temple — Temples in Thrissur

Sree Wadakkunathan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated in the center of Thrissur city in Kerala. A landmark of Kerala temple architecture, it features four imposing towers and a traditional theater called the Koothambalam adorned with wood carvings and mural paintings from the puranas. The main deity is Lord Shiva with separate shrines for Parvati, Ganesha, and other deities, and the surrounding Tekkinkadu Maidan serves as the venue for the celebrated Thrissur Pooram.