North Paravur Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Ernakulam district, Kerala, India
About North Paravur
Paravur shortly known as Parur in the past, is one of the oldest towns in South India, established in 52 B.C. when an ancient Tamil tribe Cheras, decided to make the city as its capital, owing to presence of a natural port here as well. You can still see very old houses and community living of Tamil Brahmin people around Kannankulangara and Mookkambi areas. The mighty Periyar river flow through this region, making many small islands and making the region one of the most fertile lands for agriculture. The Cheras named this capital known as Murichipattanam (spelled as Muziris in Greek), soon rose to international fame, due to its extensive trading relations with Egypt, Mesopotamian, Greek, Roman and Chinese civilizations. The sea route from Egypt to Muziris was known as ancient spice route,
Where to Eat in North Paravur
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Palaaram
- 🍴Theeram Restaurant
North Paravur Travel Guide Sections
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