Rediscover god’s own country at Bekal

Who can forget the soulful melody of Tu Hi Re song from the 1995 Mani Ratnam movie Bombay? Well, just like the music, the beautiful visuals are also etched in everyone's mind. So if you are wondering where this was shot, the answer is Bekal. Located in Kasaragod district in North Kerala bordering Karnataka, it is a beautiful town replete with myths and legends that will pique your interest to explore this destination. With unending vast natural landscape and an amazing coastline that is relatively untouched, the allure of this place is quite unparallel. Incidentally, it is believed that Bekal is derived from the word Baliakulam, meaning a big palace. Ruled by the most powerful feudal kingdoms in the past, it was an important maritime centre back then. Presently, this town attracts hundreds of tourists and is a great spot to start the exploration of the stunning Malabar Coast. Some of the popular places to visit in Bekal are: