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Nearest Tourism Places
- Bekal Fort
Location:16 kms
south of Kasaragod town, Kasaragod District.
Attractions : Giant keyhole shaped fort, the golden expanse of a beautiful beach surrounding the fort, backwaters and hill destinations and water sport facilities nearby.
- St. Angelo Fort
Location : 3 km west of Kannur town, north Kerala.
Attraction : A fascinating view of a natural fishing bay and a sea wall projecting from the fort separating the rough sea and inland water.
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Parassinikadavu Snake Park.
Location : Parassinikkadavu about 16 km from Kannur town.
The Parassinikkadavu Snake Park is committed to the preservation and conservation of snakes as most species of the reptile are on the verge of extinction. There are about 150 varieties of snakes including the spectacled cobra, King cobra, Russel Viper, Krait and Pit Viper living in the park.
The park also has a large collection of non-poisonous snakes including pythons. A research laboratory to extract venom from snakes is proposed here.
- Muzhapilangad Beach
Location : About 15 km from Kannur.
The Muzhapilangad beach which stretches across four kilometres of sand is a drive-in beach where one can drive down the entire length. Calm and serene, the place is secluded and remains unexplored. Huge black rocks scattered here protect this long beach from the deep currents, and form a tranquil pool of shallow waters that is a swimmer's paradise. The palm groves fringing the beach is a cool hideaway from the tropical sun.
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Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary
Location: 60 km from Kannur town.
The Aralam Sanctuary is spread over 55 sq kms of undulating forested highlands on the slopes of the Western Ghats. The highest peak here - Katti Betta - rises to a majestic 1145 m above sea level.
Covered with tropical and semi evergreen forests, the Aralam Sanctuary is home to a vast variety of flora and fauna endemic to the Western Ghats. Herds of deer, elephant, boar and bison are common sights. Leopards, jungle cats and various types of squirrels are also seen here.