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Bekal Fort Beach
Offers a spectacular view of the fort

Bekal Fort Beach: (1 km from Bekal Fort) This shallow beach offers a spectacular view of the fort and has ample facilities for recreation and
relaxation.
The Bekal Tourism Project : 130 acres of pristine land with all the attractions
including backwaters, beaches, hill stations etc. is being developed into
what will be Asia’s finest Resort.
Manjeswaram: A number of temples and fifteen mosques make this cashew
growing town a prominent pilgrim centre. The Memorial of the late Govinda
Pai, the grand Patriarch of Kannada literature, is also located in
Manjeswaram.
Anandasram: (15 km from Bekal) This internationally renowned spiritual
centre founded by Swami Ramdas in 1939, offers a quiet, peaceful ambience best suited for meditation and spiritual studies.
Malik Deenar Mosque: Kasaragod acquired over the years considerable
importance as a centre of Islam on the west coast. The historic Malik
Deener Juma Masjid built in the typical Kerala style is believed to have
been founded by Malik Ibin Dinar. The Juma Masjid, which is one of the
best kept and most attractive in the district is located at Thalankara.
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