Kasaragod, Kerala
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Kasaragod, located at the northern tip of Kerala, is a land of rivers, with more than 10 rivers flowing all around the district. The friendly and thriving city is historic, religious, multicultural, rich in nature, and has a lot to offer tourists. For ardent travellers, the district has variety, in terms of history, architecture, and nature. A daring traveller has the option to explore the waterfalls and hills in the dense forests of the western ghats. Kasaragod has witnessed the evolution of temple architecture, as is evident from the presence of different styles of temples. This underrated tourist destination has the power and substance to overwhelm you. The best time to visit is from July to March. Kasaragod, which is well connected by rail routes, is about 48 kilometres by road from Mangaluru, Karnataka. The nearest airport is at Bajpe, near Mangaluru, approximately 60 kilometres away.
Nearby Places to See
Kanwatheertha Beach
Approximately 33 kilometres from Kasaragod, near Manjeshwar, is the long and beautiful shallow beach of Kanwatheertha. This beach is a popular destination for those in search of peace and quiet.
Approximately 33 kilometres from Kasaragod, near Manjeshwar, is the long and beautiful shallow beach of Kanwatheertha. This beach is a popular destination for those in search of peace and quiet.
Kundamkuzhy Fort
Kundamkuzhy Fort, though small, is located in Kundamkuzhy village, about 24 kilometres from Kasaragod. The fort, built by the Keladi kings in the 17th century, is known for its massive Shiva temple.
Madhur Temple
Located in Madhuru village, about 8 kilometres from Kasaragod, is the Madanantheshwara Siddhivinayak temple, more commonly known as Madhuru Temple. The stunning three-tiered apsidal temple is unlike any other in existence. It sits on the edge of the Madhuvahini (also spelled Mogral) River.
Located on the banks of the Payaswini River, just downstream from where the river empties into the sea, is the stunning Chandragiri Fort. The Keladi king Shivappa Nayak also built this fort in the 17th century, along with the other two that have already been mentioned. River cruises depart from a dock not far away.
A paradise called Ranipuram can be found roughly 65 kilometres east of Kasaragod, near the border with Karnataka. The view of the western ghats from the viewpoint or the summit of the nearby peak is well worth the easy hike to get there.
Hosdurg Fort
Located in the town of Kanhangad, 27 kilometres south of Kasaragod, is the small and, in places, dilapidated fort known as Hosadurg. The defences have not yet been breached.
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