Gothuruth,
a small hamlet located about 31kms north of Ernakulam in Paravur taluk
is a part of the renowned ancient port town Muziris. Since 1938, Gothuruth
hosts a spectacular boat race named Gothuruth Boat Race (GBR) every year
on third Sunday in the month of September. It is one the most important
race held in close proximity to the city of Kochi. The event takes place
in one of the tributaries of river periyar. The Moothakunnam Sree Narayanamangalam
Temple and Kadalvathurthu Holy Cross Church is located on either side
of this tributary. The boat race is organised by Gothuruth Sports and
Arts Club (SAC) and the winners are awarded trophies.
'Chavittu Nadakam', the colourful traditional art form of Christians
has had its first steps in Gothuruth. This island can be accessed from
Ernakulam through new Container Road, connecting Vallarpadam islands to
Kalamasserry. Alternately, the venue can be reached through NH 17, passing
through Edappally, Paravur and via Vypin, Munambam, Malyankara after crossing
the Goshri bridges. The venue is around 23 km. away from Cochin International
Airport, via Athani, Manjali, Paravur, Chennamangalam.
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