The northern most district of Kerala, Kasaragod is situated on the sea coast bordered by hilly Kodagu and Mangalore districts of Karnataka in the east and north.
Fishing is a prime source of livelihood along with the coir and handloom industries. With its unique natural and cultural attractions Kasaragod is known as the land of gods, forts, rivers, hills and beautiful beaches. The Bekal Fort, which stands on a 35 acre headland that runs into the Arabiansea, is the largest and best preserved fort in the State.

Chandragiri (12 km from Rekal): Situated on the Chandragiri River, southeast of Kasaragod town, this town is known for its large 17th century fort. The fort offers a breathtaking view of the river and the Arabian Sea. It is a vantage point to watch the sunset. The ancient Kizhur Sastha Temple at Chandragiri celebrates the annual Pattutsavan.

Chandragiri Cruises: Boat trips to nearby islands and palm groves. Boarding point : Chandragiri bridge.

Manjeswaram: A number of temples and hkeen mosques make this cashew growing town a prominent pilgrim centre.

Jain temples : There are two old Jain Bastis at Bengara Manjeswar on the southern banks of the Manjeswar River.

Churches : About 11 km from Kumbia on the Badiadka road is the Mother Dolorus Church of Bela. The hundred year old Roman Catholic church is built In the Gothic style. The Our Lady of Sorrows Church constructed in 1890 is the oldest in the district.
The memorial of the late Govinda Pal, the grand patriarch of Kannada literature, is also located at Manjeswaram.

Kanwatheertha Beach (3km from Manjeswaram) : There is a large swimming pool-like formation of the sea on the vast beach here.

Kanhangad/Hosdurg Fort: Renowned for the chain of forts built by Somashekara Nayak of the lkkeri dynasty and for the Nithyanandashram, an internationally renowned spiritual centre.

Edneer Mutt (10km north east of Kasaragod) : Renowned as a seat of art and learning, the Mutt belongs to the Sankaracharya tradition.
Possadigurnpe (18 km east of Mangalpady in Dharmathadka): This ideal picnic spot is located on a hillock 1060 ft. above sea level.

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