Bekal fort - Kasaragod, Kerala

Bekal fort is located about 65 km from Mangalore in the Bekal Village of Kasaragod district of Kerala, around 16 km south of Kasaragod. It is the largest fort in Kerala, spreading over 40 acres.  Narrating a story of its past, the fort stands in its full glory and grandeur. This historic fort is surrounded by a beautiful beach offering an enchanting view of Arabian Sea from its high observation tower where once canons were placed. The tower has been fitted with  peepholes too. The beautiful walkway, illuminated beach and grand architecture of the Bekal Fort make this place a favourite among the masses. Bekal Fort was built by Shivappa Nayaka of Keladi in 1650 AD, at Bekal. 

The fort is built using laterite slabs and with a polygonal shape, the fort rises 130 feet above sea level.