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Bekal Bekal

Bekal is situated on the seashore of Pallikara village in Kasargod (12 km south of Kasargod town). This is an important place of tourist interest in the district. The word, Bekal is derived from the word Baliakulam (got corrupted as Bekulam and later as Bekal.), meaning ‘Big Palace’.


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How to Reach: Air
The nearest airports are at Mangalore (about 50 km) and Karipur near Calicut (about 180 km).

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Bekal Fort
Bekal Fort, the distinctive symbol of craftsmanship, stands amidst the poignant music of the sea along with the perpetual note of interminable waves. The fort has remained tacit, as a silent witness to the eventful yester years. The Bekal Fort is a source of attraction for historians, tourists and nature - lovers for centuries as it embodies memories of a glorious past.

The fort is believed to have been built by Sivappa Nayaka of the Ikkeri Dynasty in 1650. Later, the fort came under the possession of Haider Ali, the well-known ruler of Mysore, in 1763. English East India Company took possession of the fort in 1799.

A temple devoted to Hanuman is situated at the entrance of the Bekal Fort. An old mosque, believed to have been built by Tippu Sultan, is another tourist attraction.

Kodi Cliffs- Set between the Kappil Beach and the Chandragiri Fort, the cliffs offer a magnificent view of the amazing colors during sunset. The Kappil Beach is a flourishing and alluring destination nearby the cliff.

Chandragiri Fort – This fort, built in the 17th century, is located on the south east of Kasargod, by the side of the river Payaswini.

Our Lady of Sorrows Church- The shrine was constructed in 1890, at Bela, 12 kms from Kasargod.

Bekal Hole Aqua Park – A water sport lover would like this unique park with facilities like pedal boats, water cycles and more.

The other tourist attractions include Valiyaparamba, Ananthapura Lake Temple, Pallikere Beach etc.

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