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Ananthapura Lake temple

Ananthapura Lake Temple is a serene Hindu temple built in the middle of a lake located in Village Ananthapura, Kasargod. It is a holy temple of Ananthapadmanabhan Swami. It is believed that Ananthapadmanabhan settled down here first and then moved to Thiruvananthapuram through a cave which lies to the right-hand side corner of the lake.

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Bela Church

Our Lady of Sorrows Church, fondly known as the 'Bela Church,' stands as a testament to faith and history in Bekal, Kasaragod district of Kerala. Built in 1890, it proudly holds the title of the oldest church in the Kasaragod district. This Roman Catholic Church, fashioned in the elegant Gothic architectural style, is now managed by the Mangalore Diocese.

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Chandragiri fort

Built-in the 17th century by Sivappa Nayak of Bedanore, the Chandragiri fort lies in the Kasaragod District of north Kerala, the southern state of India. Now only a remnant of its original majestic form and protected under State Archaeology Department, the fort once used to be a powerful stronghold of the kingdom.

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Cheruvathur

Cheruvathur is a cosy small town in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, located only 10 kilometres south of the major town of Nileshwaram. The place is known for being the birthplace of great 19th-century poet Mahakavi Kuttamath of Kerala. His work on musical drama and poem compilations is an excellent source of literary inspiration in Cheruvathur.

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Kammadam Sacred Grove Wildlife Sanctuary

Kammadam Sacred Grove Wildlife Sanctuary represents a fascinating blend of sacredness and nature. Rich in variety of flora and fauna, this place is also linked with Bhagavathi Temple. In fact it is also considered to be the biggest holy plantation in Kerala.

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Kottancheri Hills

Kottancherry Hills is a group of hills close to the Brahmagiri Hills of Kudagu in Karnataka and within the Western Ghats region in Kasaragod district. It is believed that the hills - Kottancherry mala, Kumban mala, Pannyar mala, and Kanthanppara are in the shape of a fort, hence the name Kottancherry.

To reach Kottancherry Hills, one has to travel eight kms from Konnakad in Kasargod. From Kumban hills, one can enjoy the beauty of Kudagu Hills. From Malom Hills on Kerala-Karnataka border, it is 3 kms to Konnakadu. Kottancherry Hills trekking has all the ingredients of an adventure tourism destination.

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Madhur

Madhur is a place where one can explore the beauty of ancient Srimad Anantheswara Vinayaka Temple as well as the religious aura surrounding it. Located about 8 km from Kasargod, Madhur is a town famous for its beautiful temple.

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Manjeshwar

Manjeshwar is a beautiful coastal town famous for Cashew Nuts and as a Pilgrimage. It is located in the district of Kasaragod, on the northern side of God’s Own Country, Kerala, India. Manjeshwar has a rich history of unity in diversity and today, houses about 15 mosques and several temples.

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Trikkanad and Pandayan Kallu

Popularly known as the Dakshina Kashi, Trikkanad and Pandayan Kallu is a temple sitting deftly near the Bekal Fort. Located about 2 km from Trikkanad is the Pandayan Kallu, a rock ascending from the sea which is popular for swimming.

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Valiyaparamba

One of the most picturesque backwater stretches in Kerala, the Valiyaparamba Backwaters is the third largest in the state. Located around 10km south of Nileswaram, this backwater stretch is fed by four different rivers including the Tejaswini River. The river has a footbridge constructed across it that is used to connect the small Achanthuruthu and Cheruvathur panchayat. This footbridge which is 400m long is considered to be the longest such bridge in God’s Own Country. 

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Malik Deenar Juma Masjid Thalangara Kasaragod

The historic Malik Deenar Juma Masjid built in the typical Kerala style is believed to have been founded by Malik Ibn Deenar. The mosque, Juma Masjid, which is one of the best kept and most attractive in the district, is located at Thalankara.

Malik bin Deenar or Malik Ibn Dinar was a Tabi‘in who is famous for being the first to bring Islam to India. In 624 AD, Malik Ibn Deenar and 12 of his trade associates landed in Kerala. Their mission was not just trade but to propagate Islam in other parts of the world.

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Bekal Fort

Bekal Fort, located in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, is one of the largest and best-preserved forts in the state. This imposing structure, perched on a hill overlooking the Arabian Sea, is a magnificent example of coastal fort architecture and offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's rich history. With its stunning views, historical significance, and serene surroundings, Bekal Fort is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and tourists exploring the beauty of Kerala.

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Hanging Bridge Cheroor

The Cheroor Hanging Bridge, also known as Cheroor Palam or Thonikadavu Hanging Bridge, is a suspension bridge that spans the Payaswini River. It is located in the Cheroor village, which is around 14 kilometers from Kasaragod town.

The bridge is a picturesque spot that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the river below. It is an important connectivity point for the local community, especially for accessing nearby villages and agricultural areas.

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Ranipuram

Tucked away from the clamour of city life, in Kasaragod district lies a sanctuary of tranquility known as Ranipuram Hills. This verdant paradise is located 750m above sea level and is often touted as the ‘Ooty of Kerala’.  While on one side of this lush green haven lies Karnataka, on the other side is the picturesque landscape of Kerala. 

Considered to be a trekker’s paradise, Ranipuram comprises grass savannahs, evergreen Shola forests and monsoon forests. The sprawling meadows, wildflowers and moors all together make for an unforgettable ambiance. Even the breeze here is believed by many to have medicinal value owing to the lemongrass that grows abundantly in the area.

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Kasaragod Beach

Indeed a very proud moment for Karnataka as Two Beaches in the State have bagged the coveted eco label “ Blue Flag ” title from the International agency Foundation for Environment Education, Denmark. The two blue flag certification beaches, Kasarkod Beach near Honnavar in Uttara Kannada and Padubidri Beach near Udupi, are among the eight in the country to have received the title.

The prestigious ” Blue Flag ” label is awarded on the basis of 33 stringent criteria relating to amenities available, cleanliness, safety, services, accessibility and environment. A National Jury comprising top environmentalists and scientists had recommended the eight beaches in India for the certification. With the new tag, the two beaches have now obtained a spot in the global map of tourist attractions.