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.