How To Reach Chandragiri Fort

Bekal, Kerala, India

Chandragiri Fort is an important historical monument perched atop a hill overlooking the confluence of the majestic Chandragiri River and the Arabian Sea. The fort was built in the 17th century by Shivappa Nayaka of the Keladi dynasty as a strategic military outpost to protect the region. The river,

How to Reach

By Air:

Via Mangaluru or Kannur: The nearest major airports are Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) (approx. 70 KMS) and Kannur International Airport (CNN) (approx. 110 KMS). A taxi or cab is the most convenient option for the 2 to 3-hour drive to the fort location.

By Train:

Nearest Station - Kasaragod: Kasaragod Railway Station (KGQ) is the closest major station, located about 8 KMS away. Kanhangad Railway Station (KZE) is about 25 KMS away. Since Kasaragod is much closer, it is the preferred rail gateway. From Kasaragod, an auto-rickshaw or taxi can be hired for the short ride, which takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

By Road: Easy Access from NH 66: The fort is easily accessible via a short diversion from the main National Highway 66 (NH 66), near Kasaragod. State and private buses running between Kasaragod and Kanhangad will pass near the fort's main junction, from where an auto-rickshaw can be hired for the final ascent up the hill.

By Local Transport:

Auto-Rickshaw or River Boat: An auto-rickshaw is the most common local transport from Kasaragod town center. Uniquely, for an adventure, you can approach the area via a river boat from the Chandragiri Boat Club (near the river mouth), followed by a short road trip or walk up to the fort.