Kasaragod At a glance

Come to Kasaragod ! Nature's bounteous beauty beckons you !

Kasargod is a land with resonant past . Myths and legends abroad... The land of great antiquity. Very colourful and unforgettable.The district is bounded by Karnataka State in the north and east and Kannur district in the south. Tucked far away from the madding crowed lies Kasaragod,the most enchanting district of Kerala. The scene is breath taking.Obviously Kerala is the most beautiful of all the Indian states and Kasaragod undoubtedly shows Kerala at its best.

Kasaragod is the northern-most district of Kerala . It was formed on 24th May, 1984. Kasaragod, the district with natural splendour has been a key contributor to the cultural, religious, political and industrial heritage of the State.  Kasaragod is also the cradle of many colourful art forms and folk music of Kerala.  Kasaragod has a large population of tribals, who maintain an ethos distinctly different from the mainstream culture.It is world renowned for its coir and handloom industries.      

A primeval land sweeping in its untouched splendour, Kasaragod is indeed a paradise on earth and is brightly destined to be the hill station of the future.

Kasaragod displays a variety of patterns and styles in temple architecture - the unique style of the Madhur Mahaganapathy temple, the typical Kerala style of the historic Malik Deenar the Great Juma Masjid and so speaks volumes about the rich cultural heritage of the region.The rich pageant of 'Theyyam's deities impersonated rises Kasaragod into a land of fabulous fantasies.

Fishing is a prime source of livelihood. Kasaragod is known as the land of Gods, forts, rivers, hills and beautiful beaches. The fort at Bekal is the largest and best preserved in the State.A district with rare and different beauty ,Kasaragod is poised for growth in the area of tourism.