The
temple probably marks the transition from the Chola to the Pandya style
of architecture. Thrithala
is noted for its monuments and historic ruins. The Siva Temple and the
ruins of a mud fort near Thrithala on the Chalissery road are notable cultural
monuments.
The
Paakkanaar Memorial, honouring the Pariah saint, stands near Thrithala-Koottanad
Road. This is also the native place of renowned writer and social reformer,
V. T. Bhattathiripad |