Early History: Paravur was once the capital of the Second Chera Empire. Paravur, located near Thiruvanchikulam, was part of the Chera Empire. In the 15th century, the Portuguese and the Dutch had trade relations with Paravur. A mud fort stood as a monument to the rule of the Paravur king, which was destroyed during Tipu Sultan's attack on Travancore. The road passing by the fort was named 'Fort Road'.
Place Name Origin: Paravur town was once the headquarters of the Paravur Thampurakans, who were the rulers of the country. Legend has it that 'Paravakalde Ur' became 'Paravur'.
Position in the freedom struggle national movement, important figures, events: The first unit of the Travancore State Congress was formed in Paravur in 1938 in connection with the freedom struggle movements. Mahatma Gandhi visited Paravur and attended and spoke at a huge meeting held at the Paravur concert ground. N. Sivanpilla traveled from Aluva to Thrissur by train with Quit India slogans hanging on his body. The first Paravur Taluk Conference of the State Congress was held at the Choodanikava ground in 1945. The Anti-Independence Travancore Day was celebrated in June 1947.
Socio-political and cultural movements: The anti-caste movement and the rationalist movement, among other movements that initiated social revolution, started here. The Nivarthana movement that took place in 113 was a turning point in the political history of Travancore.
Commercial and transport importance: N. H. 17 passes through this city as well. A market was established in Paravur town about 150 years ago. The first market was located where this street is today. In the past, the main industry in Paravur was oil pressing using wooden sticks. The first modern oil mill was established by Porinju Brothers in Thekkhinedam.