Thiruvambady Sri Krishna Temple
തിരുവമ്പാടി ശ്രീകൃഷ്ണക്ഷേത്രം
The other main host temple of the Thrissur Pooram festival, dedicated to Krishna and the goddess. On festival days, temple elephants enter from here.
Thiruvambady Temple is about 1 km northwest of Swaraj Round, beside Sholayur Road. The main deity is Krishna, and the temple also venerates the goddess Bhagavathi. It is one of the two rival factions of the Thrissur Pooram festival. On festival day, it takes turns with Paramekkavu Temple to lead richly decorated elephants into the grand competitive procession. The temple is home to several famous temple elephants, which can usually be seen nearby. Non-Hindus are generally not allowed into the inner courtyard. During the festival, this is a good place to watch the elephants prepare to set out.
Opening hours
Approx. 04:00–11:00 and 16:30–20:00
Nearby sights
- Sakthan Thampuran Palace
- Vadakkunnathan Temple
- Thrissur Pooram & Thekkinkadu Maidan
- Paramekkavu Bhagavathi Temple
- Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours (Puthanpally)
- Thrissur Zoo & State Museum
- Our Lady of Lourdes Metropolitan Cathedral
- Vilangan Kunnu