Bekal fort

Off the radar for commoners and the land of exquisite folk art, tourist places in Kasaragod are reserved for hardcore and offbeat travelers in troops, pair or alone any time of the day and year. Early morning while your vision is still hazy your ears will automatically attune to the blissful soundscape.

Hosting numerous forts, wildlife sanctuaries, temple protected by a ‘croc’ - say the locals and magnificent hills, Kasaragod is uptown in all aspects. The ultimate traveling destination, has it all to enchant you. The natives are very friendly and the harmony between people of various religions is to be highlighted.

A rare district in India housing seven languages and vivid appreciable cultures. Also, experience the Malabar coastal winds you have been reading about in Geography all this while. Get set to be awestruck and jaw dropped to find manmade and nature blend at its best at Kasaragod

Things to do

  • Suranga-The origin of water
  • Village experience with native farmer
  • Areca palm climbing
  • Banana farm visit
  • Ranipuram trecking experience
  • Earthen pot making
  • Neeleshwaram-the pauithrika nagari
  • Yekshagana performance

Major attractions

Bekal fort
Bekal fort

Standing at the mighty Arabian Sea banks, this 300 years old palace tells a tale of persistence, resistance, and power. It is the largest Fort in Kerala and was built by the Shivappa Nayaka of Keladi in 1650 AD. This place is a must-visit for tourists wishing to relive the charm of the bygone era.

Parappa
Parappa wild life sanctuary

It is a natural habitat of some underrated fauna like a slow turtle, the prickly porcupine, Malabar hornbill, Slender loris, and the cute wild jungle cat. If wilderness attracts you, this locale is a must visit for some great wildlife photography. Hike around the sanctuary and click around some rare species.

Mallikarjuna temple
Mallikarjuna temple

A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated in the center of the Kasaragod city. The mesmerizing aura of this temple stops the passerby to sit and spend some time in the premises watching the ritual performances which are a part of common daily routine.