Sankagiri Fort , Erode
About Sankagiri Fort
Sankagiri Fort was bult in 15th century by the Vijayanagara Empire. Tourists can see nearly 14 fort walls were built across the Sankagiri Hill. British built the last fort wall. It served as an army base for Tippu Sultan before being captured by British. British used this fort for securing the money and gold collected as Tax from various Kingdoms of Kongu Nadu (Salem, Erode, Nammakkal, Karur and Dindukal). The fort is well secured as it can be accessed through from only one side of hill whereas other sides are very steep slope to climb. There are a Death Well, Hayloft, two Oil Warehouse, one explosive store house etc. Tourists can see a Long cave with a Masjid as its entrance. Cemeteries for British and Muslim Army officials can be founded within the fort. Tourists can worship Varadaraja Perumal Temple which is located inside the Fort. Dheeran Chinna Malai, a 17th century intrepid warrior and Kongu Nadu Chieftain, who beheaded Colonel Maxwell (Colonel who was powerful enough to defeat Tippu Sultan), was hanged to death by British in this Fort.
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Places to Visit near Sankagiri Fort
Sri Kailasanathar Temple, Tamil Nadu
30.3 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
About 22 kilometers east of Salem, in the town of Tharamangalam, is Salem District’s most popular and one of its most beautiful attraction - The...
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Kailasanathar Temple, Tharamangalam, Tamil Nadu
30.4 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Tharamangalam is a small town famous for a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva called as "Kailashanathar temple". Travelers will be amazed to watch a...
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Poiman Karadu, Tamil Nadu
40.8 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Poiman Karadu is the famous spot to be visited near Salem city. Tourists can see a false image of 2 horn Deer when seen from East side of plain....
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Kottai Mariamman Temple, Salem, Tamil Nadu
44.7 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
NearSalem city, the temple famously termed as “Kottai Mariamman Temple”, is dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Devotees believe that the Goddess is...
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Mettur Dam, Tamil Nadu
47.5 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
The largest dam, Mettur Dam was constructed in the year 1934. The dam was built across River Cauvery at the canyon where the river enters the...
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Mekedatu, Karnataka
*59.6 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Mekedaatu or Mekedatu which means Goat`s Leap in Kannada is a famous picnic spot near Bangalore. There is a mythological significance attached to...
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Yercaud Lake, Tamil Nadu
67.6 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Yercaud Lake (also Emerald Lake and Big Lake), situated in the northern part of town, is the biggest and most beautiful lake in Yercaud. It is...
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Uthukuli, Tamil Nadu
69.6 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Uthukuli is famous for the Arulmigu Uthukuli Murugan Temple. Located 15 Km Tirupur this temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan and is dated as old as...
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Silk Farm, Tamil Nadu
69.7 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
The Silk Farm, located near the Lady’s Seat site, is a unique and interesting attraction in Yercaud and is an essential stop when visiting the...
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Lady's Seat, Tamil Nadu
70 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Also known as the Gent’s Seat or the Children’s Seat, the Lady’s Seat is a natural rock formation in the shape of a seat from which visitors...
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Kottachedu Teak Forest, Tamil Nadu
70.9 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Kottachedu Teak Forest is an unspoiled forest and great for quiet long walks in nature. Here, visitors can catch glimpses of Yercaud’s diverse...
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Kiliyur Falls, Tamil Nadu
71.9 km from Sankagiri Fort - See map
Three kilometers from the Big Lake is the 300-feet-tall Kiliyur Falls, which feeds into the valley below. A hike through the enjoyable enchanting...
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