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Being the youngest state and
yet having a deep historical background and blessed with
natural resources, Kasargod is gaining prominence as a hot
tourist spot.
Bakel fort overlooking the calm seas and the beautiful beach
has become of great tourist interest.
Ananthapura the only lake temple in Kerala and also the
original seat of Anantha Padmanabha of Thiruvananthapuram, is
in Kasargod.
Madhur Sidhi Vinayak Temple is of great architectural
importance due to its unique style.
Malik Dinar Mosque is one of the first ten mosques built in
India after the advent of Malik Mohammad Dianar to propagate
Islam in India.
Bela Church, the oldest church in the area is also a famous
pilgrim center.
Yakshagana Bayalatta the famous art form of the region is a
colorful cultural treat.
Getting here
The nearest airport is at Mangalore, 73 km away from Kasargod.
Kasargode is a major Railway station between Mangalore and
Kannur. N H 17 goes through Kasargode. Kasargode-Puthoor(
Karnataka) road leads to Madikkery, Mysore and Bangalore.
KSRTC operates buses also operate to Mangalore and other parts
of Kerala.
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