KASARGOD

AREA: 1961 square Km

POPULATION:1070630

ALTITUDE: Sea level

ACCESS:
Air: Bajpe airport Mangalore (69Km)

Kasargod is known as the land of seven languages and multiple cultures. It is a place where various religions and sects co exixt in harmony.Kasargod is a destination made popular by its forts, temples, rivers, hills and beaches. This district also marks one of the entry point to God’s own country. The historic Bekal fort is a uniq treasure of Kasargod, which is featured in Mni Rathnam’s super hit movie Bombay. The bakel fort is 130 feet highstructure and is built on 35 acres grass land.

Bakel fort is not Kasargod’s only claim to fame. The region is also rich in folk culture, visual arts and festivals. The different religions groups and communities in their historical evolution have contributed to a perfect and unique blend of tradition, culture and art forms. The Theyyam of Hindus, Makham Uroos of the Muslims and the perunals of chriatians are celebrated with much gaiety. Another popular musical dance dram is Yakshagana.

Cant miss out in Kasargod:

• Bakel Fort
• Ananthapura Lake Temple
• Malik Ibn Dinar Mosque
• The Kappil Beach
• Ranipuram Hill station
• The valiyaparambu Backwaters
• Nileswaram
• Manjeswaram