Vadukkumnnatha
is a prominent Shiva temple, in downtown Thrissur, Kerala.
This is one of Kerala's most ancient shrines, which also houses a museum
of ancient wall paintings, wood carvings and art pieces of immense
historical value.
The 'Pooram'
festival, falling in April/ May, attracts devotees and tourists from all
over the world.
It is a spectacular event, combining the majestic elephant pageantry with
the frenzied playing of drums and cymbals and rounded off with a fireworks
extravaganza.