A Family-Friendly Day in Kasargod

  1. 9:00AM: Bekal Fort
    20-minute drive (8.2 km) from Kasaragod town

    Bekal Fort is the largest fort in Kerala, surrounded by a beautiful beach and backwaters. You can explore the fort’s secret tunnels and enjoy the panoramic view of the Arabian sea, which makes it a must-visit place in Kasaragod. The fort is open every day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

  2. 11:00AM: Anandasramam
    30-minute drive (11.4 km) from Bekal Fort

    Anandasramam is a peaceful ashram located in the middle of a forest. The ashram has a beautiful garden with a variety of medicinal plants and a small museum displaying ancient artifacts. You can also visit the birthplace of Swami Ramdas, who founded the ashram. Anandasramam is open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Sree Gopalakrishna Lunch Home
    10-minute drive (5.3 km) from Anandasramam

    Sree Gopalakrishna Lunch Home is a popular vegetarian restaurant in Kasaragod. The restaurant serves delicious South Indian food at affordable prices. Don't forget to try their special Masala Dosa and filter coffee. The restaurant is open from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

  4. 3:00PM: Ranipuram
    1-hour drive (40.1 km) from Sree Gopalakrishna Lunch Home

    Ranipuram is a beautiful hill station located in the Western Ghats. The hill station is known for its rolling hills, thick forests, and trekking trails. You can take a guided trekking tour or just enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. Ranipuram is open every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

  5. 6:00PM: Mallikarjuna Temple
    1-hour drive (34.7 km) from Ranipuram

    Mallikarjuna Temple is a popular Hindu temple located on the banks of the river Manjira. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is an excellent example of traditional Kerala temple architecture. You can witness the evening rituals at the temple and the beautiful view of the river. The temple is open from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Bekal Fort (2 hours, Free)
  • Anandasramam (2 hours, Free)
  • Sree Gopalakrishna Lunch Home (1 hour, Rs. 400 for a family of four)
  • Ranipuram (2 hours, Rs. 200 for a family of four)
  • Mallikarjuna Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 600

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Valiyaparamba backwaters or the Chandragiri Fort. If you have less time, you can remove the visit to Ranipuram and spend more time at Bekal Fort or Anandasramam.

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