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Cheruthuruthy is a quaint village located in the Thrissur District in the state of Kerala. It is a popular tourist destination and is widely recognized for its social and cultural richness. Cheruthuruthy is also rich in its classical forms of dances which were patronized by landlords and kings in the past.
Cheruthuruthy is also famous for its Kalamandalam, which was heralded as Kerala's first institution to provide training in classical performing arts. The introduction of Kalamandalam gave rebirth to the two classical forms of dancing, Mohiniyattam, and Kathakali, which were slowly loosing importance. Cheruthuruthy is most known for its rich cultural heritage and high values in classical dance forms.
History of Cheruthuruthy
The history of Cheruthuruthy is associated with the classical dance forms and the place is mainly recognized for promoting the culture and reviving the lost forms of major classical dance styles. Back in the nineteenth century, when the traditional forms of dancing were becoming extinct, Cheruthuruthy re ignited the flames of the classing form in the small village.
Many internationally recognized artists in classing dancing have been trained here and the village has contributed greatly in imparting dance training for over the past 78 years.
Special attractions in and around Cheruthuruthy
- Koothambalam: This is a traditional dance theatre built outside a temple comples.
- Kerala Kalamandalam: This is an important place which imparts training in classical forms of dancing. This institution has been recognized for its training in traditional dance forms like Thullal, Panchavadyam, Kootiyattam, Mohiniyattom and Kathakali.
Best Time to Visit Cheruthuruthy
August to March are the most favorable months for visiting Cheruthuruthy.
Location
State: Kerala
District : Thrissur
Distance of Cheruthuruthy from nearest cities: The nearest cities are Thrissur, which is located at a distance of 32 kilometers from Cheruthuruthy, Guruvayur, located 29 kilometers away and Cochin which is located around 90 kilometers from this place.
How to reach Cheruthuruthy
Nearest airport: Kochi, around 85 kilometers away is the nearest airport.
Nearest railway station: The nearest railway station is at Thrissur, which is around 30 kilometers from Cheruthuruthy
Directions by road from nearby cities: Cheruthuruthy is well connected by road to Kochi, Thrissur and other important cities of the state.
Tourism Department
Kerala Kalamandalam
Vallathol Nagar
Cheruthuruthy
Thrissur
Climatic Conditions
Cheruthuruthy experiences a moderate climate with a pleasant climate around the year.
Clothing
Light cotton clothes are recommended for people visiting Cheruthuruthy
Tourist attractions near Cheruthuruthy
- Guruvayur: It is located around 29 kilometers from Thrissur and is an important pilgrimage destination.
- Bhagavathy Temple: It is an important historic temple and is believed to have been built by the Chera dynasty. It also hosts a grand festival in the month of March\April.
- Thrissur Vadakkunnathan Temple: This temple is located in Thrissur and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is an ancient temple with beautiful carvings and paintings inside it.
- Cheruthutruthy Mosque
- St.Thomas Church
This article was contributed by Abhay Tandon
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