Places to visit in Nileshwar

This prominent, ancient temple has an eminent role in shaping  the history of Nileshwar. Legend says that this temple is established by Shree Parashurama and it is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Located at a distance of 20 km from Nileshwar, the Bakel Fort is the largest Fort in Kerala which is spread over 40 acres of land. It is a unique fort that is built up from the sea and it is a marvelous sight to watch the waves persistently stroking the citadel. 

Dharmasthala is a pilgrimage centre with a number of famous temples which are visited by numerous devotees. The massive Bahubali statue dates back to the 16th century. Apart from this the eight Jain Basadis and the remains of the ruins of the famed Shri Manjunatheswara Temple are significant landmarks of this city. 

Nileshwar is a significant city of Kerala with a loaded cultural background that includes cultural festivals and Folk arts, ‘kavuus’ or sacred groves and a weaver street.  The vibrant, age old festivals of ‘Theyyam’ and ‘Pooram’ attract a lot of tourists and foreigners to this place. With a large number of the striking temples around, you are sure to witness an enchanting, cultural heritage of Kerala.

It is a renowned dense forest area of Wayanad drenched in the coolness of the trees and mountains. You can spend idyllic time in one of the eco-friendly resorts or tree houses, arranged in the forest and enjoy the nature by completely immersed in the smell and sound of jungles.

Located close to Bakel, the Azhithala Beach is the place where the Tejaswini River meets the Arabian Sea. It is an unspoiled and quiet beach ideal for long, beach walks and enjoying the seashore. 

Malpe is a serene beach stretch situated close to Uduppi in Karnataka, which is 160 km away from Nileshwar. It is a natural port and fishing harbor and you can enjoy some quiet beach time or walk around the harbor here.

Coorg is one of the most sought after destinations in Karnataka state with its district headquarters, Madikeri is the highest point at a height of 3500 ft from ground level. It is a fantastic hill station packed with attractions like the stunning Abbey falls, fragrant coffee plantations, scenic mountain trekking and lot more.

Situated on the seashore of Pallikkara village, the renowned tourist location of Bakel offers a combination of a serene beach and the calm backwaters. It is a culturally packed destination with the majestic Bakel Fort in its landscape. 

This is another amazing Park, close to the Kasargodu city, where the kids can indulge in some games and fun. 

Situated close to Kasargodu city, this wonderful park has many children friendly amenities for their enjoyment. Apart from that, this park is home to a wide range of wildlife which can be spotted as well.

It is a stunning beach resort in Nileshwar set in the middle of a landscape, filled with coconut trees and lush greenery. While enjoying the beach and its clean sand, you can go for nature walks in the surroundings. 

Telicherry is a coastal town located at a distance of 80 km from Nileshwar, lying in between Kannur and Calicut. Drenched in the lush green natural beauty, Telicherry has a lot to offer to its visitors, such as the Muzhapilangadu beach, Telicherry Fort, Tiruvangadu Temple.

The imposing Nieswaram Palace symbolizes of an era gone by and is a prominent cultural monument in the history of Nileshwar. This former home of the rulers or Rajas of Nileshwar, underwent serious renovation by the Archeological Department of Kerala and today it is a fabulous centre of Folklore. The traditional custom of ‘Theyyam’is performed here for the tourists.

It is a spectacular beach hotel with an amazing garden set in palm groves and is built in the classic Kerala Vastu style.  Besides exploring the delightful space outlined with palm groves, you can enjoy an unspoiled and pure beach here.

This imposing fort with its round bastion is a significant cultural spot of the ancient ruins and is located near to Nileshwar. This fort is widely popular for the ‘Nityanandasaram’ with 45 caves, which is situated nearby.

Situated at a distance of 50 km from Nileshwar, this striking museum of the folklore and artistic heritage of Kerala, is close to Kannur city. This eminent museum is home to a wide array of Folklore relics, which include tribal musical and drumming instruments, life size models of performances of Theyyam and Patayani and lot more.

This is another significant temple in the area that is dedicated to Shree Parvathi and it has its sub temples in the nearby places. This temple is renowned for the diverse festivals and rituals performed here, such as ‘Karthikolsavam’."Pooram Kali, Thrukarthika, and many more.

Situated at the heart of Nileshwar, this famous sacred grove is surrounding a special ‘Kanhiram’ tree, which draws a lot of devotees from the neighbouring states as well. It is believed by the devotees that there is God’s presence in this ‘Kavu’ and the mysterious lights on the tree are lit on Tuesdays and Fridays.