Bekal Fort , Bekal
About Bekal Fort
Soaring high and tall against the rocky shore of Arabian Sea, Bekal Fort situated in the small village of Pallikkara, Kasargod district is one of the largest bastions of Kerala. The fort was erected by Shivappa Nayaka of Bednore in 1650 for purely defense causes as no significant palace remains are discovered. The location’s uninterrupted history is something worth exploring; it has experienced the reign of Indian royal dynasties as well the dwelled under the rule of refined Sultans and has also survived the colonial era of British Raj.
Bekal Fort is a large, keyhole shaped structure that stands still as the sea laps against the rocks beneath. The head of the red brown fort is the circular head of the fort. Here there are spaces where cannons rested centuries ago. A long, linear walkway leads away. That is the head of the fort. The grounds are a collection of walls, walkways and citadels. The total grounds are over 40 acres. Trenches surround the fort, which is believed to have been built in 1650 AD. There is a pleasant beach adjacent to the fort.
One of the most interesting sections of the fort is the Observation Tower built by Tipu Sultan which gives a delightful, panoramic view of the oceanic backdrop, once a vital strategic position for military reasons. The 35 acres fortress nestled a recently excavated temple compound and a Darbar along with some coins belonging to the period of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali. The Archeological Survey of India is currently manages the preservation and maintenance of the fort. The travelers must stop by the breath taking Bekal Beach, a rare mosque of Manik Deenar and the 9th Century ancient Lake Temple of Ananthpura abot 30 kilometers away from Bekal.
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Bekal Fort Beach, Kerala
0 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Bekal Fort Beach is a long stretch of golden sand that lies adjacent to the Bekal Fort. The site of the beach has been improved by the local...
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Bekal Hole Aqua Park, Kerala
0.1 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Just a kilometer north of Bekal Fort lies this fun day out for all the family called Bekal Hole Aqua Park. There are pedal boats, water rides and...
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Kappil Beach, Kerala
3.5 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Bekal Fort Beach is certainly pleasant, but despite the best intentions of the Keralan Tourist Board, some travelers may simply prefer something a...
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Chandragiri Fort, Kerala
11 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Chandragiri Fort is approximately ten kilometers from Bekal. It was built around 1000 AD by ImmadiNarasimhaYadavaraya. Later , it was renovated...
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Kasaragod, Kerala
16.2 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Kasargod is the biggest town near Bekal and the transport hub of the region. It’s well connected by rail and road to other parts of India and...
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Ananthapura Lake Temple, Kerala
25.9 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Ananthapura Lake Temple is approximately 30 kilometers away from Bekal. The temple has the distinction of being the only lake temple in Kerala....
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Govinda Pai Memorial College, Kerala
43.4 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Govinda Pai was a poet from Karnataka. He was a prolific prose and poetry writer and could read and write in twenty-five languages. He translated...
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Ranipuram, Kerala
54 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Ranipuram is a hill station in the Kasargod district is very famous amongst the trekkers and nature lovers. The main place of attraction is the...
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Kottancheri Hills, Kerala
58.4 km from Bekal Fort - See map
Kottancheri Hills is an offbeat Hill Station situated near Malom town in kasaragod district. Kottancheri Hills is a part of the Western Ghats and...
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Milagres Church, Karnataka
63.4 km from Bekal Fort - See map
The Milagres Church is also known as the Church of our Lady of Miracles. It was built in the seventeenth century by Bishop Thomas de Castro. The...
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Kadri Manjunath Temple, Karnataka
63.9 km from Bekal Fort - See map
A natural spring feeds water into nine different tanks. Devotees can wash themselves in these tanks before entering the temple. Built in 1068, the...
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St. Aloysius Chapel, Karnataka
64.7 km from Bekal Fort - See map
The St. Aloysius Chapel was built by Italian Antonio Moscheni in the late nineteenth century. The beautiful gold and red interior walls are...
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