Mulanthuruthy
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Mulanthuruthy, also spelt Mulamthuruthy, is a small town in Ernakulam District
of Kerala
. It is about 21 km south-east of Ernakulam and 8 km east of Tripunithura.
Marthoman church
(second Jerusalem) one of the ancient and prominent churches of the Malankara Syrian Orthodox Church, is situated here.Mulanthuruthy also holds the Grama Panchayat and Block Panchayath with the same name.This beautiful land holds almost all the tourists attractions-Enchanting back waters, historic monuments, sacred pilgrim centres, magical festivals, spectacular art forms, splendid cultural heritage, spicy cuisine and unadulterated countryside life.
By road, Mulanthuruthy is easily accessible from Kanjiramattom
(5 km), Tripunithura and Ernakulam. Mulanthuruthy Railway Station is the local railhead. Cochin International Airport
is the nearest airport.
(5 km), Tripunithura and Ernakulam.
Mulanthuruthy Railway Station is the local railhead. Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport.
, Mulamthuruthy had a population of 23615 with 11667 males and 11948 females.
The church is famous for its historical importance. Mulanthuruthy church was the venue of the famous Mulanthuruthy Syond in 1876 convened by the Holy patriarch of Antioch Peter III. The Late Lamented Patriarch Moran Mor Ignatius Yakoob III visited this church, during 1964. The present Patriarch Moran or Ignatius Zakka II was have visited the Church twice, during 1982 and 2000.
Marthoman church is now a Cathedral of Syrian orthodox church.
, 3 km from Mulanthuruthy . It is believed that the mosque was erected over the mortal remains of a Muslim saint, Sheikh Parid. Another great Muslim saint, Baver is supposed to have prayed here and attained salvation. The Kodikuthu festival, which falls in December–January, is a major attraction for thousands of devotees. e.
is known for strict rituals and it s devotion to the Serpent God. Large number of devotees comes here every day to offer prayers.It is around 2 km away from Mulanthuruthy.
Ernakulam district
-Economy:Agriculture constitutes the most important segment of the district’s economy and it is the biggest source of employment. Of the geographical 235319 hectares, crops are grown in 0 hectares. Coconut is the principal crop followed by rubber, paddy, and tapioca...
of Kerala
Kerala
or Keralam is an Indian state located on the Malabar coast of south-west India. It was created on 1 November 1956 by the States Reorganisation Act by combining various Malayalam speaking regions....
. It is about 21 km south-east of Ernakulam and 8 km east of Tripunithura.
Marthoman church
Mulanthuruthy Marthoman Church
Mulanthuruthy Marthoman Church is located at Mulanthuruthy in Ernakulam district of Kerala.This church is among the ancient and famous churches of the Malankara Church and a pilgrimage center of Syrian Christians...
(second Jerusalem) one of the ancient and prominent churches of the Malankara Syrian Orthodox Church, is situated here.Mulanthuruthy also holds the Grama Panchayat and Block Panchayath with the same name.This beautiful land holds almost all the tourists attractions-Enchanting back waters, historic monuments, sacred pilgrim centres, magical festivals, spectacular art forms, splendid cultural heritage, spicy cuisine and unadulterated countryside life.
By road, Mulanthuruthy is easily accessible from Kanjiramattom
Kanjiramattom
Kanjiramattom is sub urban area , lying approx 27 km southeast to the city of Kochi. The place is known for the Sheikh Fariddudin Mosque and its proximity to the famous Arayankavu Temple....
(5 km), Tripunithura and Ernakulam. Mulanthuruthy Railway Station is the local railhead. Cochin International Airport
Cochin International Airport
Cochin International Airport is an international airport located in Nedumbassery, a suburb on the outskirts of the city of Kochi about northeast of downtown Kochi, in the state of Kerala, India. It is the busiest and largest airport in the state of Kerala...
is the nearest airport.
Location
It is about 21 km south-east of Ernakulam and 8 km east of Tripunithura. By road, Mulanthuruthy is easily accessible from KanjiramattomKanjiramattom
Kanjiramattom is sub urban area , lying approx 27 km southeast to the city of Kochi. The place is known for the Sheikh Fariddudin Mosque and its proximity to the famous Arayankavu Temple....
(5 km), Tripunithura and Ernakulam.
Mulanthuruthy Railway Station is the local railhead. Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport.
Demographics
India censusCensus
A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population. It is a regularly occurring and official count of a particular population. The term is used mostly in connection with national population and housing censuses; other common...
, Mulamthuruthy had a population of 23615 with 11667 males and 11948 females.
Marthoman church
This church is believed to be built between AD 1100 and 1125. Kunnassery Kunchakko Tharakan who was the minister of the king of Kaduthuruthy was instrumental in building this church.The church is famous for its historical importance. Mulanthuruthy church was the venue of the famous Mulanthuruthy Syond in 1876 convened by the Holy patriarch of Antioch Peter III. The Late Lamented Patriarch Moran Mor Ignatius Yakoob III visited this church, during 1964. The present Patriarch Moran or Ignatius Zakka II was have visited the Church twice, during 1982 and 2000.
Marthoman church is now a Cathedral of Syrian orthodox church.
Kanjiramattom mosque
The mosque is situated at KanjiramattomKanjiramattom
Kanjiramattom is sub urban area , lying approx 27 km southeast to the city of Kochi. The place is known for the Sheikh Fariddudin Mosque and its proximity to the famous Arayankavu Temple....
, 3 km from Mulanthuruthy . It is believed that the mosque was erected over the mortal remains of a Muslim saint, Sheikh Parid. Another great Muslim saint, Baver is supposed to have prayed here and attained salvation. The Kodikuthu festival, which falls in December–January, is a major attraction for thousands of devotees. e.
Perumpilly Symhasana Church
The church has got small museum where the belongings of Parumala Thirumeni is preserved. located 400 meters away from mulanthuruthy town.Ameda Serpent Temple
The templeTemple
A temple is a structure reserved for religious or spiritual activities, such as prayer and sacrifice, or analogous rites. A templum constituted a sacred precinct as defined by a priest, or augur. It has the same root as the word "template," a plan in preparation of the building that was marked out...
is known for strict rituals and it s devotion to the Serpent God. Large number of devotees comes here every day to offer prayers.It is around 2 km away from Mulanthuruthy.
External links
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