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Parūr

Kerala, India · Asia

About Parūr

Parūr is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Vadakakarai, 40km from Athirappilly Falls.

Parūr is a town located in Kerala, India. With a population of 31,503, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Parūr sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Parūr to your route.

About Parūr

North Paravur (IPA: [vɐɖɐkːɐn pɐrɐʋuːr]; commonly known as Paravur or Parur, is a municipality is a major town and municipality in the northwestern part of the Kochi metropolitan area in the Indian state of Kerala. Situated near the confluence of the Periyar River, Chalakudy River, and the Arabian Sea, it serves as an

Read more important residential, commercial, and administrative centre in Ernakulam district. North Paravur is part of the Kochi metropolitan area and is located 26 km (16.2 mi) north of the Kochi city centre. North Paravur is noted for its rich cultural, religious, and historical heritage. The town has been an important centre of trade and settlement since ancient times and formed part of the historic Kingdom of Cochin. It is home to several ancient Hindu temples, churches, and mosques, including the historic Jewish and Syrian Christian heritage sites, most notable being the Chendamangalam Synagogue. North Paravur also occupies an important place in Kerala's maritime history due to its proximity to the ancient port of Muziris. Historically, the town developed as a thriving commercial settlement connected to inland waterways and coastal trade routes.

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Where is Parūr located?

Parūr is located in Kerala, India, Asia. The coordinates are 10.1477 latitude, 76.2300 longitude.

What is the population of Parūr?

Parūr has a population of approximately 31,503 people, making it a town in India.

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Quick Information

Population
31,503
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Kerala
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
10.1477, 76.2300

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Parūr

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Wonderla Kochi

Kerala's top amusement park with over 50 land and water rides set amid lush tropical surroundings.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Fort Kochi

A charming historic quarter blending Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial architecture with iconic Chinese fishing nets along the waterfront.

20 km · about 25 min drive

waterfall

Athirappilly Falls

The Niagara of India in Kerala, a 24-meter waterfall on the Chalakudy River plunging through dense tropical rainforest in the Western Ghats.

40 km · about 45 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Parūr.

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7 km awayPop. 4,294

Poyya

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7 km awayPop. 10,478

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