The northern most tip of Kerala, Kasargod is known for it's coir and handloom industries. Grey rocks and barren land amidst dense vegetation and calm lagoons, the place has an unique aura about it.

Landmarks
                        Most travellers usually head to Bekal, 16 km south of the Highway. The tall observation towers of Bekal Fort (Once huge cannon emplacements belonging to the Kadampa Dynasty), offers a panoramic view of the Lakshadweep sea. Another fort is at Chandragiri, south-east of Kasargod.

Details
District Area - 1992 sq km
Temperature - (Annual Mean) 27.35 deg C
Rainfall (Annual) - 344 cm
Clothing - Tropical
Tourist Season - August to March

Travel Stuff
                       The nearest airport is at Mangalore, 50 km away. Cochin Airport is 420 kn south. It has a railway station linked to several inportant towns. Motorable roads connect Kasargod to towns in neighbouring Karnataka and towns in Kerala.

Some Distances
Kochi - 432 km, Thiruvananthapuram - 654 km, Calicut - 208 km, Mangalore - 52 km.

Place to Stay
Kasargod - Govt. Rest House, PWD Rest House.
Kanjangad - Tourist Bungalow