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	Capital of culture Area: 3032 sq km Population: 2,733,311(2001 census) Altitude: Sea level With its rich history, cultural heritage and archaeological wealth, Thrissur, is called the cultural capital of Kerala. From ancient times, this district has played a significant role in the political history of South India. Many rulers and dynasties beginning with the Zamorins of Kozhikode, Tipu Sultan of Mysore and Europeans inluding the Dutch and the British have had a hand in moulding the destiny of this region. Raja Rama Varma popularly known as Sakthan Thampuran was the architect of the present Thrissur town. A cultural centre, the Kerala Kala Mandalam, the Kerala Sahitya Academy and Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Academy are located here. Today Thrissur is world famous for its Pooram festival. Thousands gather to see rows of decorated elephants. The fireworks at the Pooram is a experience beyond imagination. Chimmini, Athirappalli and Vazhachal waterfalls, Silver Storm Amusement Parks, Dream World at Athirappilly, Peechi -Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, Archaeological Museum, Kerala Kalamandalam at Cheruthuruthy, Arattupuzha, Vadakkumnathan Temple, Guruvayoor, Irinjalakuda Koodal Manikyam temple, Ariyannoor temple, Kandanisserry, St. Thomas Memorial at Kodungalloor, Cheraman Juma Masjid, Kodungalloor, Punnathoorkotta etc.