The fort that is located here too is a popular place of tourist and historical importance. This holiday destination is one that can be visited to relax, rejuvenate and unwind.
Historical
Significance
The town of Bekal may not have much
of historical significance however the fort that is built here has a huge one. This
fort was built by Shivappa Nayaka of Bednore during 1650 AD. The town of Bekal in the erstwhile days came
under the rule of Mushika Royal family who used it as an important maritime
outpost and therefore became an important port town.
Tourist
Attractions
Tourism flourishes in this small port
town and the number of visitor it gets every year is high due to the many
attractions it has to offer. Some of the activities to indulge in when here
are:
Bekal Beach- this sand filled beach
surrounded by grassy fields and the unending expanse of sea is a great place to
relax and unwind. The grassy field that surrounds the beach is a great place
for families to have a picnic and pass time just admiring nature. The beach is
a great place to take leisurely walks and spend some quiet time.
Bekal fort- this particular fort with
its unique keyhole shaped structure is a great place to visit. This fort is the
largest fort in Kerala and is a well visited one. Some of the important
features of the fort include its water tank, the observation tower, the wide
steps, the magazine for ammunition storage, places where cannons could be
mounted etc. This particular fort is so large that it spreads an area of 40
acres and has spectacular views of the Arabian Sea.
Valiyaparamba backwaters- the emerald
backwaters and the houseboats that are plying over them make a great sight to
see. One should definitely take a cruise down these backwaters and visit the
nearby islands. Spending a night on the houseboat is also a great experience.
Dinner and Tea are served onboard the house boat and the delicacy you would
want to taste are the freshly caught fishes from the very backwaters you are
cruising on.
Kappil Beach- this particular beach
is a rocky one where swimming is prohibited as it is very dangerous due to the
strong currents. The sunsets here however are picturesque and beautiful. One
should definitely have his camera on hand to capture them on film.
Nityanandashram Caves- these caves
are a great place to visit and detach yourself from the business of the world.
Accommodations
and Eateries
Since in Bekal tourism plays a major role the numbers of hotels are many. You
can find hotels that range from budget to luxury, making it convenient to
choose from. Some of the well known hotels and resorts here are Vivanta by Taj,
Hotel Bekal Palace, Nirvana, Raj Residency, Woodside hotel, The Lalit resort
and Spa etc.
To eat in some of the best places in
Bekal are Gastrobio Shalimar, Shiv Sagar, Ideal cafe, Hotel Ganesh Bhavan
restaurant etc.
Getting In
One can reach Bekal via roadways
after alighting from the train or airplane. The nearest airport is that of
Mangalore and Karipur International airports which are located at a distance of
60 and 180 km each respectively.
The nearest railway station is that
of Kasargod and Kanhangad which are around 12 kilometres from Bekal.
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