Bekal was under the sovereignty of Kolathunadu when it became an important maritime centre and an important port town of Thulunadu (old Kasaragod district). Later, realising the political and economic importance of Thulunadu, many laudatory chieftains successively attacked and annexed this part of the country. The economic importance of the port town prompted the Jeheri Nayak dynasty to fortify Bekal.
The Bekal Fort was completed speedily during the period of Sivappa Nayak to defend the port from overseas attack. The Chandragiri Fort near Kasaragod was also constructed during this period.
It is believed that the “Kotteyar†community found in Bekal, Panayal and other places in Kasaragod were brought here by the Nayaks to build and defend the forts. Bekal subsequently fell into the hands of the Mysore Sultans.
Beaches: Kasaragod is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea and was once the gateway to the Malabar Coast. The long coastline is dotted with some sensational palm-fringed virgin beaches washed by the pleasant tropical sun and soothing waves. You can enjoy spectacular sunsets here.
Bekal Fort Beach (1 km from Bekal Fort): This shallow beach offers a spectacular view of the imposing Bekal Fort and has ample facilities for recreation and relaxation. This beach has been developed as a pubic beach by the Corporation with required facilities.
Kappil Beach (6 km from Bekal Fort): Remote and secluded, this beautiful palm-fringed beach is fast becoming a major tourist attraction. The Kodi cliff nearby offers a panoramic view of the Arabian Sea.
Kanwatheertha Beach (3 km from Manjeswaram): The sea has formed a large swimming pool-like formation on this beach.
Pandiyan Kallu: A rock rising in the sea about 2 km from the Trikkannad Temple, Pandiyan Kallu is an ideal spot for adventurous swimmers. Legend has it that the ship of one of the Pandiya Kings who attacked the Trikkannad Temple was converted into a rock.
Valiyaparamba (30 km from Bekal): A cluster of enchanting little islands nestled in emerald waters, this is also a much favoured spot for boat cruises, houseboat holidays and fishing. Two numbers of two bedroom and single bedroom houseboats each are available for cruise in the backwater from Kottappuram Jetty near Nileswar.
Ranipuram (65 km from Kasaragod town): Situated 750 m above sea level, Ranipuram is famous for its trekking trails and varied vegetation - evergreen shola forests, monsoon forests and grasslands. Wild elephants can be seen wandering on the top of the mountains. DPTC, Kasaragod have constructed some cottages in this hill station, which is available for tourists for stay.
The Bekal Fort was completed speedily during the period of Sivappa Nayak to defend the port from overseas attack. The Chandragiri Fort near Kasaragod was also constructed during this period.
It is believed that the “Kotteyar†community found in Bekal, Panayal and other places in Kasaragod were brought here by the Nayaks to build and defend the forts. Bekal subsequently fell into the hands of the Mysore Sultans.
Beaches: Kasaragod is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea and was once the gateway to the Malabar Coast. The long coastline is dotted with some sensational palm-fringed virgin beaches washed by the pleasant tropical sun and soothing waves. You can enjoy spectacular sunsets here.
Bekal Fort Beach (1 km from Bekal Fort): This shallow beach offers a spectacular view of the imposing Bekal Fort and has ample facilities for recreation and relaxation. This beach has been developed as a pubic beach by the Corporation with required facilities.
Kappil Beach (6 km from Bekal Fort): Remote and secluded, this beautiful palm-fringed beach is fast becoming a major tourist attraction. The Kodi cliff nearby offers a panoramic view of the Arabian Sea.
Kanwatheertha Beach (3 km from Manjeswaram): The sea has formed a large swimming pool-like formation on this beach.
Pandiyan Kallu: A rock rising in the sea about 2 km from the Trikkannad Temple, Pandiyan Kallu is an ideal spot for adventurous swimmers. Legend has it that the ship of one of the Pandiya Kings who attacked the Trikkannad Temple was converted into a rock.
Valiyaparamba (30 km from Bekal): A cluster of enchanting little islands nestled in emerald waters, this is also a much favoured spot for boat cruises, houseboat holidays and fishing. Two numbers of two bedroom and single bedroom houseboats each are available for cruise in the backwater from Kottappuram Jetty near Nileswar.
Ranipuram (65 km from Kasaragod town): Situated 750 m above sea level, Ranipuram is famous for its trekking trails and varied vegetation - evergreen shola forests, monsoon forests and grasslands. Wild elephants can be seen wandering on the top of the mountains. DPTC, Kasaragod have constructed some cottages in this hill station, which is available for tourists for stay.
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