Kassarkod Backwaters
General Information
The northernmost district of Kerala, Kassarkod is situated on the sea coast with the Western Chats on its east and northern borders.Kasargod is known for its coir and handloom industries.Fishing is a prime source of livelihood.Grey rocks and barren land amidst decse vegetation as well as calm lagoons visible through the coconut palms along the coastal beltlend this districta rare and different beauty.
Prime Attractions :-
Bekal Fort
The fort with historical and archaeological significance affords a magnificent view of the sea from its tall observation towers. This is the largest and best-preserved fort in Kerala. The Fort is perched atop a hill.It gives a strategic view of the countryside.
Fort at Chandragiri
The fort, a large squarish one by the side of a river, is at Chandragiri, south-east of Kasargode. It was built in the 17th century by Sivappa Nayaka of Bedanore.
Manjeshwaram
It is a little cashew-rich town at the northern tip of the district. It is the memorial to Govinda Pai, the grand patriarch of Kannada literature.
How to Reach Kerala
Air : The nearest airport at Mangalore, 73 km away.
Rail : Kasargode, a major stop between Mangalore and Kannur.
Road : N H 17 goes through Kasargode. Kasargode-Puthoor( Karnataka) road leads to Madikkery, Mysore and Bangalore. KSRTC operates buses to Mangalore and several parts of Kerala.
