Fort Tolukko

Fort Tolukko stands 6 meters tall on a cape, featuring two stone bulwarks overlooking the waters of eastern Ternate Island at 10.5 meters above sea level.

Built in 1522 by Portuguese commander Francisco Serraow as Fort St. Lucas, the structure controlled the regional clove trade until the Ternate Sultanate expelled Portuguese forces in 1577.

The fort's name evolved from St. Lucas to Tolukko when local residents modified the pronunciation according to their linguistic patterns.

Located in Dufa Dufa village near Ternate City, the fort provides clear views across the coral-free landing point and the strait toward Halmahera Island.

The fort changed hands between five different powers: Portuguese, Ternate Sultanate, Dutch, British, and Spanish, each adding their mark to its architecture.

Location: Ternate Island

Location: Ternate

GPS coordinates: 0.81389,127.38809

Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:30