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Piravom
Piravom is a town and municipality in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. It is located 30 km from Ernakulam, the nearest city and 22 km (13.7 mi) south of the district collectorate in Thrikkakara.The Piravom Road Railway Station is situated 9 km from the town.
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Why Piravom?
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- St. Mary's Simhasana Church
- Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple
Piravom at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- St. Mary's Simhasana Church: St. Mary's Simhasana Church (Vadayaparambu simhasana Palli), Vadayaparambu is one of Kerala's prominent Syriac Orthodox churches. The church was established in 1975 by Dr. Geevarghese Mor Gregorios (Perumpally Thirumeni).
- Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple: Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple is located at Velloor, near to Thalayolaparambu in Kottayam district. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in separate sanctum sanatorum, facing east.
Sightseeing Places
- St. Mary's Simhasana Church: St. Mary's Simhasana Church (Vadayaparambu simhasana Palli), Vadayaparambu is one of Kerala's prominent Syriac Orthodox churches. The church was established in 1975 by Dr. Geevarghese Mor Gregorios (Perumpally Thirumeni).
- Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple: Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple is located at Velloor, near to Thalayolaparambu in Kottayam district. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in separate sanctum sanatorum, facing east.
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St. Mary's Simhasana Church
St. Mary's Simhasana Church (Vadayaparambu simhasana Palli), Vadayaparambu is one of Kerala's prominent Syriac Orthodox churches. The church was established in 1975 by Dr. Geevarghese Mor Gregorios (Perumpally Thirumeni).
Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple
Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple is located at Velloor, near to Thalayolaparambu in Kottayam district. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in separate sanctum sanatorum, facing east.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 33 km from Piravom.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Piravam Road railway station, about 6 km from central Piravom.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Piravom (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–31°C with about 302 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Piravom (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 365 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Piravom (Oct, Nov) averages 23–30°C with about 235 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Piravom (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–33°C with about 42 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 23°C.
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History
- Summary: Piravom is a town and municipality in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- Overview: Piravom is a town and municipality in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. It is located 30 km from Ernakulam, the nearest city and 22 km (13.7 mi) south of the district collectorate in Thrikkakara.The Piravom Road Railway Station is situated 9 km from the town. Piravom is known for its rich cultural and religious heritage, with two major festivals attracting large crowds each year.
- Ancient History: Piravom was owned by the Vadakkumkoor Kingdom until it was captured by Travancore kingdom, and is now part of the Indian state of Kerala.
Festivals
- Overview: Piravom is a town and municipality in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. It is located 30 km from Ernakulam, the nearest city and 22 km (13.7 mi) south of the district collectorate in Thrikkakara.The Piravom Road Railway Station is situated 9 km from the town. Piravom is known for its rich cultural and religious heritage, with two major festivals attracting large crowds each year.
- Best Festival Time: The most comfortable months are December.
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Significance
Piravom was owned by the Vadakkumkoor Kingdom until it was captured by Travancore kingdom, and is now part of the Indian state of Kerala.
Spiritual Significance
Piravom was owned by the Vadakkumkoor Kingdom until it was captured by Travancore kingdom, and is now part of the Indian state of Kerala.
Frequently Asked Questions
Piravom is most comfortable in December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is February (average high 34°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 33 km away. The nearest railway station is Piravam Road railway station, about 6 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include St. Mary's Simhasana Church and Velloor Perunthatta Siva Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 34°C over the year, with about 2670 mm of rain in total.
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