Fast Facts :

Situated : 75 km away from Palakkad, near the banks of the Bharathappuzha River.

Known as : The Archaeological Site

Thrithala Temple Constructed in : Ninth or the tenth century.

Major Attractions : Ruinations of a huge fort made up of laterite rock and the Kattil Madom Temple.

This place is an archaeological site, which is situated 75 kms away from Palakkad. You, will find the ruins of a huge fort with a mysterious fosse drawn from laterite rock. There is also a temple of Kattil Madom where you will see a dome shaped construction made up of granite slabs on the Guruvayoor to Pattambi Road. These are some of the prime attractions.

These ancient sites were constructed around 9th or the 10th century. This temple according to the researchers marks the changing period from Chola Dynasty to the Pandya Dynasty as this showcased in the style of Architecture.

Thrithala is also known for its historic ruins and monuments. There are a few cultural monuments like the ancient Shiva Temple and the ruination of a mud fort close to Thrithala, Chalissery Road.

The Paakkanaar Memorial is a notable religious place that honors the Pariah saint nestles close to Thrithala-Koottanad Road. Thrithala is also the native place of the famous social reformer and writer Mr. VT Bhattahiripad.