Bekal

Understand

Bekal Fort is one of the unspoilt forts of Kerala. The area inside the fort is 40 acres and being very photogenic, this fort is a favorite location for film shooting. Bekal Fort was built by Shivappa Nayaka of Keladi in 1650 AD. Tamil film Bombay directed by Mani Ratnam has some scenes form this fort.

Getting there

By plane The nearest airports are Mangalore (IXE IATA), in Karnataka (75 km). Airport at Kannur is 100 km away.

By train 1 Bekal Fort. Nearest railway station. Most major express trains don't stop. Kanhangad (KZE) Railway Station is the nearest major station (9 km to the south). (updated Apr 2026)

By bus Buses are available from Mangalore 50km, Kasaragod 18 km and Kozhikode 170 km.

Getting around

Autorickshaws are the only available local transport.

See

1 Bekal Fort (ബേക്കൽ കോട്ട) (just off NH17), ☏ +91 467 231 0700. 8AM-5:30PM. Sprawling fortress offering sweeping sea views, preserved battlement walls, gates & tunnels. 2 Mukhyaprana Hanuman Temple (inside the fort). (updated May 2015) Tunnel to the south. (updated May 2015) Water Tank with steps. (updated May 2015)

Beach 3 Thrikkannatt Beach, Near Petrol Pump, Bakel. There are three beautiful temples in this area. (updated Oct 2017) 4 Bekal Beach Park. A family entertainment park complete with amusement park, food court, DJ stage, gaming zone, etc. It also provides space for cultural events and destination weddings. (updated Apr 2026)

Sleep

Hotel Bekal Palace, Near Palakunu Temple, Uduma. (4 km). ₹3,600. (updated May 2015) Lalith Resort, Bakel. (updated May 2015) Nirvana Resort, Pallikkara.. ₹4,000. (updated May 2015) Vivanta by Taj - Bekal, Kappil Beach (2 km). A five-star resort. (updated May 2015)