Kerala, the land of rivers and backwaters, is a green strip of land in the South West corner of Indian peninsula. In Kerala you can experience freshness and touch of mother earth in every where.This is the reason why the keralites calling their State "God's Own Country" Kerala.
The major tourist destinations in the State include Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kovalam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Munnar, Palakkad, Alappuzha, Kollam, Kannur, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and Sabrimala.
Bekal Hole Aqua Park is located about one km from Bekal
Fort, the Aqua Park is a local getaway spot. Pedal boats and water cycles offer
hour's long relaxation on the cool stretches of the Bekal Hole backwaters. The
amusement factor makes Bekal Hole Aqua Park a place well-liked by families.Canoeing
through the nearby backwaters is very enjoyable, especially for non-local
visitors.
Best Season:Summer & Winter
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Pallikkara, Kanjangad and Kasaragod
Railway Stations
The Juma Masjid of Kasargod, Malik Ibn Dinar Mosque is located in the heart of
the town at Thalangara, 2kms away.The mosque is dedicated to Malik Ibn Dinar who arrived from Arabia with his family on a mission to spread Islam on the coast of Kerala. It was originally built in around AD 642.Years later, the mosque was reconstructed in 1809. Built in typical Kerala style of
architecture, it is one of the most attractive and well-maintained mosques in
the district which is believed to have been founded by Malik Ibn Dinar. Dinar
was a missionary from Arabia who is credited with propagating Islam to the
shores of Malabar. Of the 10 mosques built in Kasargod by Dinar and his
followers, only this mosque survives today. The original mosque was a small
structure with a thatched roof and later his followers constructed it as an
elaborate structure. The mortal remains of Malik Dinar can be seen inside the
mosque and some of the descendents of the prophet are also buried here.An important festivel(Uroos) takes place every year in commemoration of the
arrival of Malik Ibn Dinar. The Uroos attract pilgrims from all over India.On this occasion, thousands of devotees throng the premise of the mosque to pay
homage to their revered saint. Religious speeches are held and food and clothes
are distributed among the pilgrims.
How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Kasaragod railway station Nearest Airport: Manglore International Airport
This beach is just 1kms away from Bekal Fort in
Kasargod. The sobriquet name of the beach is Pallikere Beach this scenic seaside
offers a spectacular view of the historic fort and has ample facilities for
recreation & relaxation. Bekal Fort Beach is one of the maintained beaches
in Kasargod; this beach is a vast expanse of white sands spread over an area of
35 acres.The beach is dotted with palm trees thus giving it an exotic feel.
The Bekal fort beach in Kerala is also famous for a landmark fort known as the
Bekal fort. It is a beautiful fort, which has been preserved to some extent and
makes a great observatory point. The Arabian Sea can be seen in its entire
splendor and at this beach one can get the view of the spectacular sunset and
sunrise. A beautiful walk way for the visiting tourists to explore the beauty of the fine
coastal line and enjoy the panoramic view of the Bekal Fort.The beach is
illuminated during the evening hours so that tourists can spend more time at the
beach even after the sun set. Multi shed and Eru madam would provide the tourist
enough facility to take rest and enjoy the sea breeze. By using locally
available materials seating arrangements has been provided for the tourists at
the beach. A park has been developed here for children below 14 years.
How to reach
Nearest Airport:Mangalore is about 50
km from Kasaragod town; Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode, about 200 km
from Kasaragod town.
Nearest Railway station: Kasaragod, on the
Kozhikode-Mangalore-Mumbai route.
Kappil is one of the most familiar beaches were life goes without troubles. It is a rejoicing picnic spot where quite number of people makes their visit during weekend times. One can visit this beach to have a pleasurable time on the gushing waves of the beach. The beach cover an area of about twenty-five acres land and is the most exciting location to relax and enjoy. The Kappil beach is sun-drenched and it is an exact getaway to spend time after a hectic toured Bekal Fort, which is just 6 km from the fort
How to reach
Transport Terminals:Udma Bus - stand (3 kms away) Nearest
Railway Stations : Kasaragod, Palakkunnu Nearest Airport: Manglore international airport
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