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.
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Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, Park View, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India - 695 033
Phone: +91-471-2321132 Fax: +91-471-2322279.
