Vadakkechira
| Vadakkechira | |
|---|---|
| Vadakke Chira | |
A view of Vadakkechira pond | |
| Location | Thrissur city, Kerala |
| Coordinates | 10°31′47″N 76°12′57″E / 10.52972°N 76.21583°E |
| Type | Artificial pond |
| Basin countries | India |
| Surface area | 4 acres (1.6 ha) |
Vadakkechira (Malayalam: വടക്കെചിറ) is one of the four oldest ponds in Thrissur city of Kerala in India. It was built by Shakthan Thampuran (1751-1805) and is one of Thrissur's famous landmarks. It is owned by Cochin Devaswom Board.