G.B. International ::- Kerala Cities ::- Kasaragod
| Alleppay | Kasaragod | Malappuram | Pathanamithitta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idukki | Kozhikode | Palakkad | Thrisuur |
| Kochi (Cochin) | Kollam | Waynad | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Kannur | Kumarakom | Thekkady | South India |
Kasaragod
With the Western Ghats in the east (Coorg district of Karnataka State), Kozhikode and Wayanad districts in the south, Lakshadweep Sea in the west and Kasaragod in the north, Kannur district is bounded by a wealth of natural beauty. The district itself, which shares much of this natural splendour, has been a key contributor to the cultural, religious, political and industrial heritage of the State. In addition, Kannur also enjoys the credit of having been the cradle of many a colorful folk art and folk music of Kerala. Places to Visit
Payyambalam BeachThis beach is a local picnic spot. The northernmost district of Kerala, Kasaragod is world renowned for its coir and handloom industries. Fishing is a prime source of livelihood. Kasaragod is known as the land of gods, forts, rivers, hills and beautiful beaches. The fort at Bekal is the largest and best preserved in the State. Kasaragod displays a variety of styles in temple architecture - the unique style of the Madhur Mahaganapathy temple, the typical Kerala style of the historic malik Deenar Great Juma Masjid and so on speak volumes about the rich cultural heritage of the region. Rich pageants of Theyyam, Yakshagan, Kumbla (Buffalso race), Poorakkali, Koklali etc. enchants visitors.
Bekal
The Bekal Fort (16 km south of Kasaragod on the national highway) The 300 years old Bekal Fort is one of the larges and best preserved forts in Kerala. This imposing circular structure of literate rises 130 ft above sea level and stands on a 35-acre headland that runs into the Arabian sea. Buses are available every 10 minutes from Kanhangad to Bekal and Kasaragod to Bekal via Chandragiri Bridge - Kanhangad state highway.
Pallikere Beach
This shallow beach offers a spectacular view of the fort and has ample facilities for recreation and relaxation.
Anandasram
This internationally renowned spiritual centre founded by Swami Ramdas in 1939, offers a quiet, peaceful ambience best suited for meditation and spiritual studies.
Kanhangad / Hosdurg Fort
This is renowned for its chain of forts built by Somashekara Nayak of Ikkeri dynasty and also for the Nithyanandashram, an internationally recognized spiritual centre.
How to Reach
By AirNearest airports: Mangalore (50 km); Karipur international airport.
By Rail
On the Kozhikode-Mangalore-Mumbai route.
By Road
An excellent network of roads connects Kasaragod to major towns in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.