Bekal Fort

Unlike other attractions listed above which are located in Karnataka, Bekal Fort takes you to down south, into Kerala. Located in adjacent Kasargod district, Bekal Fort is just about 70 km from Mangalore. Bekal Fort is well maintained monument, located right next to the ocean. Built in 1650, Bekal was under the rule of several popular kings in the region, including Vijayanagara Empire and Tipu Sultan, after whose death it fell into British administration. It doesn’t house any Palace-like accommodation and was built mainly for protection against sea bound threats. It houses observation towers, and ammunition storage places.Karnataka, Bekal Fort takes you to down south, into Kerala. Located in adjacent Kasargod district, Bekal Fort is just about 70 km from Mangalore. Bekal Fort is well maintained monument, located right next to the ocean. Built in 1650, Bekal was under the rule of several popular kings in the region, including Vijayanagara Empire and Tipu Sultan, after whose death it fell into British administration. It doesn’t house any Palace-like accommodation and was built mainly for protection against sea bound threats. It houses observation towers, and ammunition storage places.

Bekal is a favourite location for movie makers―it was immortalised by the movie Bombay. Resort accommodations available near Bekal and Kasargod town offers more economical options. Bekal is well connected by road and rail. Public transportation can be availed in case you do not wish to drive down or hire a cab. Another lesser known fort called Chandragiri Fort is located just a few kilometres before Bekal. Do explore the same as well.