Droog Fort, Coonoor Explained

Droog Fort
Partof:Tamil Nadu
Location:Nilgiris District, Tamil Nadu, India
Map Type:India Tamil Nadu
Map Size:300
Type:Forts
Coordinates:11.35°N 76.82°W
Built:18th century
Condition:Ruins

Droog Fort (also called bakasura malai fort) is a historic fort located 15km (09miles) from Coonoor, The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. The fort was used as an outpost by Tipu Sultan in the 18th century. Today, the fort is in ruins, with only one wall remaining. The site attracts tourists, who reach the fort by hiking through the Nonsuch Tea Estate.

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