Droog Fort, British fort in Nilgiris district, India.
The stone fortification stands at 6000 feet elevation on a mountain peak, surrounded by dense forests and tea plantations of Tamil Nadu.
Constructed in the late 18th century, the British military used this stronghold as a strategic observation post to monitor movements across the Western Ghats.
The fort area marks the convergence of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka, representing the cultural intersection of three distinct South Indian traditions.
Visitors need sturdy hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for the steep trek to reach the fort, which takes approximately two hours from the base.
The fort contains multiple underground chambers and water storage systems that maintained a permanent military garrison throughout the colonial period.
Location: Nilgiris district
GPS coordinates: 11.35000,76.82000
Latest update: April 20, 2025 02:00
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