Kasaragod

 Kasaragod

Area: 1961 sq. km
Population: 1,070,629 (2001 census)
Altitude: Sea level

World renowned for its coir and handloom industries, Kasaragod, the northernmost district of Kerala has a 293 kilometre long coastline. This tranquil place is famous as the land of gods, sea-kissed forts, majestic hills, rivers and delightful beaches. Rich in history, Kasaragod is home to the largest and best preserved fort in the State - Bekal. The historic Malik Deenar Juma Masjid and the unique Madhur Mahaganapathy Temple display a variety of styles in traditional architecture. Strategically located on the banks of the Payaswini River, this yesteryear port town of the Kolathiri Rajas abounds in myths and legends and exudes a magical charm with its spectacular art forms of Theyyam, Yakshagana, Poorakkali, Kolkali etc.

ACCESSIBILITY

Telephone access code: +91-4994

Air: Nearest airports: Mangalore (69 km) • Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode (200 km)

Rail: On the Kozhikode-Mangalore-Mumbai route.
Enquiry: Ph: 230200

Road: An excellent network of roads connect Kasaragod to major towns in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Tourist information offices: Bekal Resorts Development Corporation Ltd. Ph: 0467-2272007 • Thanal Vishrama Kendram Bekal Fort Ph: 0467-2272900 Email: brdc@sancharnet.in www.bekal.org • DTPC Ph: 04994 256450 www.dtpckasaragod.com • Govt. Guest House Ph: 04994-230876 Fax: 230060 • PWD Rest House Ph: 04994-230606