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Thuruthipuram, also known as Chathedom Thuruthipuram, is on the border between Ernakulam district and Thrissur in Paravur Taluk, Kerala, India. The place is on the riverside in bay. Many of the inhabitants are fishermen, so its easy to get fresh fish. During raining times flooding of the lower areas is a major problem. The place is inhabited by people of different religions, mainly Hindus and Christians. The Church name is St. Francis Assisi Church which is Latin Catholic Church and forms part of the Kottapuram Diocese. According to the historical books Thuruthipuram was the native of the first Roman Catholic group of ArchDiocese of Verapoly. The place contains schools, a college and hospital which are controlled by the church. There is a post office (Pin Code: 680667). AAJM Hospital is one of the oldest hospital in this area which was initially run by foreign missionaries. During the olden days, it was the only hospital in this region. Thuruthipuram is well known for its love towards boat races and Chavittu nadakam. Famous "Thuruthipuram Boat race" is conducted in the Thuruthipuram river. This boat race is one of the oldest boat races in central kerala. ==Access== One main speciality is travelling facility maintained between the mentioned districts. It is possible to take diversion to North Paravur through a ferry called 'Thuruthipuram-Gothuruthu'. From Thuruthipuram it is possible to go to Kodungallur through 'Kottapuram-Thuruthipuram bridge.From Thuruthipuram it is possible to go Puthenvelikkara 4 km, Mala 13 km, Chalakkudy 25 km through the bus route connection. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Thuruthipuram」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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