Area	1961 sq. Km
Location :	Northern Kerala, India
Climate :	Tropical, Warm and Humid
Languages Spoken :	Malayalam, Tulu, Kannada, Konkani, Marathi, Hindi, Urdu and English
Tourist Season ( Best Time To Visit Kasaragod ) :	August to May
Altitude	Sea level
Rain Fall	344 cms (annual)

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. Kasargod is gifted by the green scenery, water bodies, and forest and mineral reserves of nature.The name, Kasaragod, is said to be derived from the word Kusirakood meaning Nuxvomica forests (Kanjirakuttom). In ancient times, it was an important trade center and was known to Arabs by the name Harkwillia, a port city in the west coast of India. Kasargod is known for its coir and handloom industries.Fishing is a prime source of livelihood. Kasargod has a variety of temples and places of worship that have a distinct architectural style.Other historical structures like the great Juma Masjid speak volumes about the rich cultural background of the place. Spectacular pageants of Theyyam, Yakshagana, Kumbla (buffalo race), Poorakkali, Kolkali etc. Enchant visitors. It is also known for its Bekal Fort perched on a hillock. There are many places in the city as well as surrounding it and are quite a feast to the eyes. This district is even called as 'land of gods' as it is gifted with all these marvelous things. The Kasaragod city guide explores and highlights various tourist and travel attractions of Kasargod town.

Tourist Attraction of Kasargod :

• Bekal Fort
  The word Bekal is derived from the word Baliakulam,meaning big palace. The term Baliakulam got corrupted as Bekulam and later as Bekal. The largest and best-preserved fort in Kerala, the Bekal Fort is suspended atop a hill, giving a strategic and panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. This imposing circular structure of laterite, rising 130 feet above sea level, stands on a 35-acre headland that runs into the Arabian Sea. This fort is more than 300 years old and is believed to ha ve been built in the 1650's by Sivappa Naik of the Ikkeri dynasty. Bekal is a favorite haunt for the film makers due to its natural beauty. It gives a scenic view of the picturesque countryside. This fort has gained a place in the international tourism map.

How to reach Kasargod, Kerala

• By Air
  Mangalore is the nearest airport from Kasargod located at a distance of 50 kilometers. The next closest airport would be at Cochin, which is almost 400 kilometers away from Kasargod.
  
  
• By Rail
  Kasargod Railway Station is the nearest one to reach Kasargod as it is linked to important towns and cities in Kerala, and to other major states in India.
  
  
• By Road
  An Excellent network of roads connects Kasaragod to major towns in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil nadu.