 Kasargod, the northernmost district of Kerala is world renowned for its coir and handloom industries. Fishing is a prime source of livelihood. Kasargod 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.
Kasargod 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. Spectacular pageants of Theyyam, Yakshagana, Kumbla (buffalo race), Poorakkali, Kolkali etc. enchant visitors.
How to Reach
Air:
Nearest airports: Mangalore (50 km); Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode (200 km)
Rail:
On the Kozhikode-Mangalore-Mumbai route.
Road:
An excellent network of roads connects Kasargod to major towns in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Map of Kasargod district
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