Bekal Tourism

"Beaches, Backwaters and forts" Bekal Tourism Located on the wide expanse of the Malabar coastline, Bekal is famous for its forts, backwaters, and beaches. This town on the shores of Arabian sea is known for the natural beauty it is blessed with along with a number of tourist spots. A set of 45 caves called theNityanandashram caves, the aqua park, temples and mosques are its major attractions. Other than this one can visit theBekal Fortand Beach,Kappil BeachandChandragiri fort. Download Bekal PDF Guide > What's Great? An offbeat destination which is not yet much explored. Famous for forts, beaches and backwaters. What's not so Great? Bekal is a place which cannot be visited throughout the year because of extreme weather conditions. For Whom Bekal is a must visit for people who are looking for forests, mountains and a lake in one destination. Ideal for those who want to indulge in a weekend amidst greenery along with some Bengali cuisine.

The Unexplored Backwaters If it comes to backwater, people always turn to Allepy. Little do people know about the backwaters of Bekal which are still very much unexplored. A small island, Valiyaparamba, about 30 km away from Bekal has the most scenic backwater stretches. It is an important fishing centre in North Kerala. The backwaters are simply mesmerising. The water is bordered by a thick fringe of coconut trees. The trees here they grow so densely that they outstretch towards the water for the sunlight. The view is brilliant. The cost for the boat ranges from 5000-15000 INR.

Itinerary Day 1:On reaching Bekal, you can start your vacation by visiting the beautiful Bekal Beach. A walk along the stretch or just a dip will be very rejuvenating. After spending some time on the beach, you can head to Bekal fort to see the history unfold in front of the eyes. On your way back, you can stop at Kappi beach to appreciate the beautiful picturesque stretch. Day 2:On the second day, head to experience the Bekal backwaters. Getting there is slightly tricky but worth all the efforts taken. The houseboats need not be booked in advance.

Restaurants and Local Food in Bekal Bekal is known for its steamed and fried preparations, that one must taste, while here. Steamed food includesPuttu, Iddali, Idiyappam, Ada.Fried food, on the other hand consists ofFish fry, Fried bananas, bhajji(fried chilies). Apart from these, there are a few popular Keralan delicacies such asPayasam(rice, wheat, or coconut),Pickled mango Drink- Coconut water, Toddy(a local brew made of coconut water) as well as some refreshing locally available seasonal fruit juices. View 5 Restaurants in Bekal >>

Oct-Maris the best time to visit Bekal The best time to visit Bekal is during the winters. The weather is beautiful and pleasant. The cool breezes in the evening lift your mood and the whole vacation. Though Kerala in monsoons is much talked about but it is good to avoid visiting during that time as everything comes to standstill due to the torrential rains. Weather in Bekal Loading... Bekal in Summer (March - June) The climate in Bekal during summers becomes hot and dry accompanied by humidity. However, the sea breezes help in bringing down the temperature drastically and the evenings become pleasant. Bekal looks stunning in its settling summers. Bekal in Monsoon (July - September) The monsoon begins in Kerala during the end of June with a heavy downpour. The rains are persistent, and if you are a pluviophile, monsoons in Bekal are for you! The rains continue to pour for a long duration, and everything becomes green and beautiful. The monsoon evenings in Bekal are fresh and misty. Bekal in Winter (November - February) Winter season is considered to be the best to visit Bekal. The temperature is good and the evening gets a little chillier which makes it an ideal time to enjoy the place. The weather this time compliments to enjoy the houseboat cruise in the backwaters, which no one would want to give it a miss. Monthly Weather in Bekal Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 22 33 February 24 34 March 24 34 April 27 34 May 26 33 June 24 29 July 24 29 August 24 29 September 24 29 October 24 31 November 23 32 December 22 33

Events in Bekal Uroos Festival,Malik Deenar Mosque 21st January The historical Malik Deenar Mosque is said to have been built by Malik Ibn Deenar, who is credited as being the first to bring Islam to India. Located in Kasaragod, it has acquired immense importance as a center of Islam on the West Coast. The place is a must visit during the Uroos Festival which is celebrated with great fervor.