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Bekal Fort Beach is a splendid seashore in the district of Kasaragod in God's Own Country, Kerala, India. The beach expands over an area of 36 acres and is well known for being the location of Bekal Fort and for being maintained well. The view of the beach from the top of the fort is breathtaking. Other than the fort, tourists can also explore the rock garden which is situated only a kilometre away from the beach. Bekal beach is not a virgin beach, but it is not always crowded like several other commercial beaches in India. The garden is the best place to spend time with friends and family. One may enjoy camel rides, horse rides, local snacks etc. on the beach. The beautiful beach and the attractions nearby are managed under the Social Forestry Scheme. The beach is illuminated after sunset as well for people to carry on with their evening leisure walks. Read More

Built almost 300 years ago, Bekal Fort is considered as one of the largest and most preserved forts in Kerala. Nestled in the lap of nature, Bekal Fort is a historic fort surrounded by a beautiful beach offering an enchanting view of Arabian Sea from its high observation tower where once the cannons were placed. The beautiful walkway, illuminated beach and the grand architecture of the Bekal Fort make this place a favourite among the masses. The fort was featured in the popular A R Rahman song ' Tu hi re'. Located at 65 kms away from Mangalore, Bekal Fort is a keyhole-shaped lofty structure that stands still against the rocky shores of sea amusing its visitors with its finesse. The whole purpose of erecting this structure by Shivappa Nayaka of Bednore in the year 1650 was pure of defence. Read More

Built-in the 17th century by Sivappa Nayak of Bedanore, the Chandragiri fort lies in the Kasaragod District of north Kerala, the southern state of India. Now only a remnant of its original majestic form and protected under State Archaeology Department, the fort once used to be a powerful stronghold of the kingdom. The Chandragiri Boat Club nearby offers boat trips to the nearby islands and palm groves, and on some of the islands you can get down and camp. The local fishermen will accompany you in the boat rides, so you will get to know the unabridged stories of the locales, and any compelling story, legend or folklore about the fort, if there is any. Full of artistic and historical significance, this place is visited by locals as well as tourists for the breathtaking view of the estuarine that Payaswini river forms with the Arabian Sea. Read More

Hosdurg Beach, rich in flora and fauna is a perfect place to explore with family and friends. One will find Casuarina orchards populating the beach. Nesting turtles crawling onto the shores to lay their eggs is a sight to behold. There are several little cottages dotting the beach where you can crash at night.

Kappil beach is a dazzling beach located about 15 kilometres from Kasaragod, in God's own country, the South Indian State of Kerala. This bewitching beach is one of the few in India which still has an expansive area of golden sand and clear blue waters of the Arabian Sea explored by many travel enthusiasts but not exploited as yet. Kappil Beach has a long sandy stretch which is apt for taking strolls across the coastline. It is just about 5 kilometres from the Bekal Fort. A portion of the beach serves as an exclusive beach for the guests at Taj Bekal Resort and Spa in Kerala. Tourists spend days basking in the sun as they relax in the sand. The sea usually has strong currents, so you may want to stay out of the waters. Read More

Malik Deena Mosque with a typical Malabar style of architecture was built by Malik Ibn Deenar. Considered to be one of the most well kept and an attractive mosque of Kasargod District. The place is a must-visit especially during the Uroos festival which is celebrated with great fervour. The grave of one of a descendant of Malik Ibn Dibar namely Malik Ibn Mohammed is located in the mosque. Juma Masjid situated in Thalangara is one of the most beautiful mosques in the district while there is another mosque namely Theruvath Mosque in the middle of Kasargod. Read More

Nileswaram or Nileshwar is a cultural centre where the Department of Archeology runs the traditional knowledge centre. Situated in Kasargod, this town is adjoining the backwaters and deltas offering a magnificent view to its visitors. Nileshwaram was the seat of Neeleswaram Rajahs where the grand annual temple festival 'kavus' takes place

Nityanandashram Caves are a set of 45 caves containing the panchaloha sculpture of Swami Nityananda, which are definitely worth a visit.

The Bekal Hole Aqua Park is an adventure park which offers various forms of water rides to its visitors.

The Uroos festival is celebrated after every three years in the Malik Dinar Mosque to commemorate the day of the Tabi'in's visit in Kerala. The Uroos is celebrated with much enthusiasm by the followers of Islam in the state, and people from other parts of the country who visit Bekal on this occasion. Uroos Festival Dates 2024 The Uroos festival at Bekal of Kasaragod in Kerala in celebrated after every three years. It is celebrated to remember the day when the Tabi'in, Malik bin Dinar set foot in India. The date is decided according to the Arabic Al Hajri calendar, and thus the festival falls on different dates of the Gregorian calendar each time. The festivity is celebrated with much enthusiasm by the Muslims of the land all this while, even attracting people from other parts of the country on occasion. The dates for next Bekal Uroos festival hasn't been decided yet . Malik Denaar Uroos - Venue The Ceremonial stage of the Uroos festivalsource The Bekal Uroos festival is celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala in general, and the Kasaragod district in particular. Although celebrations occur throughout the land, the center of festivity is the Malik Dinar Juma Mosque in the Thalangara village, where the grave of Malik bin Dinar is also located. About Malik Deenar Mosque The small old town of Bekal is located in the Kasaragod district of the south Indian state of Kerala. The town stands in the northern-most part of the state and is home to some of the oldest attractions, such as the Bekal Fort, which is the most massive fort in the state, spread over an area of 40 acres, built in 1650. The town has its beaches on the Arabian Sea and is a beautiful destination to visit. The nearby village of Thalangara, within Kasaragod, houses the famous Malik Dinar Juma Mosque, said to be founded by the first Muslim, Malik bin Dinar, who belonged to the group of Tabi'in generation, to land on the Indian soil. Malik bin Dinar's shrine is within the campus of the Malik Dinar Juma Mosque. The Tale of Malik Bin Dinar Grave of Malik bin Deenar in Keralasource There is a tale about a certain Chera ruler called Cheraman Perumal, who saw the moon split one night. He asked a seer about the event, who confirmed in the reality of its happening. Upon the confirmation, the Chera ruler got to know that it was a miracle performed by the Islamic Prophet Muhammad who was to be found in Arabia. He went on a journey to meet the prophet of Islam, and could not return to his land. He wrote a letter to Malik bin Dinar, asking him to construct a mosque in India. Thus the first mosque in India, named as the Cheraman Juma Mosque, was constructed by Malik bin Dinar, which is in the Thrissur district of Kerala today. However, other sources state that the story of the miracle is a later day interpolation, and indeed the Cheraman Juma Mosque was built by a Chera ruler, but for the Arabian traders who had accepted Islam and visited the kingdom for trade.Malik bin Dinar was from the group of people of the generation of Tabi'in, the successors or the followers of the companions of the Prophet. He came to the shores of present-day Kerala with his companions. He is considered as the first and a significant propagator of the religion of Islam in India, especially in the southern part. He founded the Malik Dinar Juma Mosque in Kasaragod, where he was buried too after his death. However, some sources state that he did not die in India but returned to Arabia and the tomb in the Malik Dinar Mosque is not his. The mosque and the shrine are destinations where Muslims of the Sunni traditions visit with the fervor of a pilgrimage. How is the Malik Deenar Uroos festival Celebrated? Ziyarat of the Malik Dinar Shrinesource The Uroos festival in Bekal is celebrated in the memory of the day of Tabi'in, Malik bin Dinar's visit in India. The Uroos in Bekal is a type of Uroos celebrated across the Indian subcontinent, at shrines of various Muslim saints and seers, on different dates.The Malik Dinar Juma Mosque is adorned brightly with lights and decorations. The whole campus shines most brilliantly on the Uroos days. Malik bin Dinar is remembered in the religious meetings that are organized on occasion.A stage is set with much décor, upon which singers of the religious songs are called to perform their mystic pieces. Different categories of spiritual songs are performed, which are roughly divided into three groups, Hamd, which are sung in praise of the Almighty God; Naat, which is sung in praise of the Prophet Muhammad; and Nazms, which are sung in praise of saints and seers. The method is followed in all different Uroos festival celebrated across the Indian Subcontinent. A Glimpse of the Uroos festival in 2013source Sweet drinks are distributed among the visitors by the organizers and well-wishers of the Uroos festival. The festival lasts almost for a month long, and people from different parts of the country pay a visit and join the celebrations. The fact that Malik bin Dinar is considered as the first propagator of Islam in India draws many devotes to his shrine and in the celebration of his remembrance.Religious sermons are delivered inside the mosque, and people come to listen to the preachers. A flag hoisting ceremony is also carried out within the mosque to mark the occasion. Annadanam is a ritual associated with the Uroos in which people feed the poor and the needy. How to Reach Bekal The nearest railway station from the center of festivities is the Kasaragod Railway station, which is situated at an approximate distance of 13 kilometers from the destination.However, going through the airways, the nearest airport is the Mangalore International Airport, which is located at an approximate distance of 70 kilometers from the destination in Kasargod. Congregational prayer at the Uroos festivalsource The Bekal Uroos festival at Kasaragod in Kerala is a celebration of arguably the most significant event in the context of the spread of the religion of Islam in India. A festival in honor of Malik bin Dinar is indeed a celebration of the highest regard, for the person is a highly revered figure at least in South India among the Muslims. Thus, the commemoration of Uroos at Bekal draws devotees from far distances. Read More