Bekal International Beach Festival
The Bekal International Beach Festival in Kasaragod is a vibrant 10-day celebration showcasing local culture and artistic diversity. Initiated to boost tourism and highlight the region's cultural heritage, the festival features flea markets, flower exhibitions, sand sculpture competitions, food festivals, and auto expos. Thrilling activities such as helicopter flights, kayaking, parasailing, canoeing, snorkeling, and scuba diving add to the excitement. Cultural shows and musical performances are held throughout the festival, offering a glimpse into traditional arts unique to Kasaragod like Theyyam, Alamikkali, and Yakshagana.
Attraction of the kite-flying festival were drone-flying lessons, introducing visitors to advanced technologies such as AI, AR, Machine Learning, 3D Printing, and IoT. The beach park is adorned with wall paintings and sculptures, enhancing the festive atmosphere. The festival aims to create a platform for cultural and technological education while ensuring an enriching experience for all attendees. The festival's emphasis on cultural shows, musical performances, and local cuisine highlights the district's potential and fosters a sense of community among participants and visitors.
The event is designed to bring together people from all walks of life, encouraging communal harmony and mutual appreciation of Kasaragod's rich heritage. The inclusion of contemporary elements like robotics and water sports signifies a blend of tradition and modernity, making the festival an attractive destination for both locals and tourists. Through these activities, the Bekal International Beach Festival not only entertains but also educates, leaving a lasting impression of the region's unique charm and capabilities.
In Kerala, festival dates are decided in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and the local traditions and customs. We have calculated the festival dates based on these. But there can be changes in the dates according the customs and rituals associated with each place of worship. As such, these should be considered only as approximate dates and have to be confirmed with the local authorities.
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Where Shades of History Mingle with Nature's Embrace. Nestled like a sentinel on Kerala’s northern shores, Kasaragod proudly displays its crown jewel - Bekal Fort, a behemoth of history kissed by the Arabian Sea’s azure embrace.
Described as the land of Forts and Gods, Kasaragod is noted for Theyyam, a performing art that blends dance, myth, drama, music, art and theatrics. The magnificent key-hole shaped Bekal Fort is an architectural wonder. The northernmost district of Kerala, Kasaragod is also renowned for its hills, water bodies, and coir and handloom industry
Kasaragod has stood witness to the settlement of various human communities within its borders that came in the wake of military invasions, commercial travels and diplomatic missions. Subsequently their languages and their cultures nourished the adoptive region, and Kasaragod became a land of seven tongues
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