Fort Vredeburg, Colonial fortress museum in Gondomanan, Indonesia
Fort Vredeburg presents four watchtowers at each corner of its square layout, with military architecture surrounded by a partially visible moat.
The Dutch East India Company constructed the defensive stronghold in 1760 to maintain control over Yogyakarta and protect against potential attacks.
The museum displays photographs, objects, and dioramas illustrating Indonesian independence, from Prince Diponegoro's capture to President Sukarno's return.
The museum remains accessible through multiple Trans Jogja bus routes and maintains regular opening hours for visitors interested in Indonesian military history.
Following an earthquake in 1867, the fort changed its name from Rustenburg to Vredeburg, meaning Peace Fort in Dutch.
Location: Yogyakarta
Inception: March 11, 1987
Address: Jalan Margo Mulyo 55122 Yogyakarta
GPS coordinates: -7.80044,110.36569
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
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