| Thekkinkadu Maidanam | |
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 Vadakkumnathan Temple at the heart of Thekkinkadu Maidanam | |
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| Type | Public ground |
| Location | Thrissur, Kerala, India |
| Coordinates | 10°31′30″N 76°12′52″E / 10.5249°N 76.2144°E |
| Area | 65 acres |
| Created | Rama Varma Sakthan Thampuran |
| Operated by | Cochin Devaswom Board |
| Open | All year |
| Status | Open all year |
Thekkinkadu Maidanam is a historic open ground located in the center of Thrissur city in the Kerala state of India. The 65-acre area surrounds the ancient Vadakkunnathan Temple, one of the most significant Shiva temples in Kerala, and is a vital cultural and historical landmark. The maidan is under the management of the Cochin Devaswom Board and plays host to a variety of public events, including the famous Thrissur Pooram, one of the largest temple festivals in Kerala, often referred to as the "Mother of all Poorams."