KANHANGAD is the major city of the northern-most district of Kerala, at Kasaragod Dt, The district was formed on May 24, 1984, which is known for coir and handloom industries. The name KASARGOD is derived from the word kusirakood meaning Nuxvomica forests. Once it was one of the trade centers for Arabs & Portuguese …Even now, “Thalangara Thoppy” (Cap wear by Muslims) “Uru” (Wooden made Boat) are famous and well exporting items to the Arabian countries.Fishing is a prime source of livelihood. The district has water, forest, and mineral resources. It is flanked by the forest-covered Western Ghats in the east and the Arabian Sea in the west. Demarcating the north and the south are two rivers the Talapadi and the Trikaripur. Grey rocks and barren land amidst dense vegetation as well as calm lagoons visible through the coconut palms along the coastal bet lend this district a rare and distinct beauty. Kasaragod, having a 77 km coast line, is well known for its tobacco production. Places like Chithari, Pallikkara, Ajanoor, Punjavi, Kuniya, Kallyott, Pulloor, Periya are producing tobacco bulkily.Not surprisingly, Kasaragod is poised for growth in the area of tourism. These days most travelers who land in Kasaragod head straight for Bekal, 14 km south on National Highway 17..