Baker's Fort, Colonial fort in Patiko, Uganda.
The stone fortification spans 9.4 hectares, surrounded by a 16-foot wide trench and protected by six neighboring hills including Ajulu and Ladwong.
British explorer Samuel Baker established this military fort in 1872, which later served as a base for governors Emin Pasha and Charles Gordon.
The fort contains multiple chambers that reveal its complex history, including administrative areas, storage facilities, and confinement spaces used during the colonial period.
Located 30 kilometers from Gulu town, visitors can access the fort through the local subcounty office where an entrance fee is required.
The fort features underground caves that were specifically designed for holding captives, with entrances so narrow they required crawling to access.
Location: Gulu District
Inception: 1872
GPS coordinates: 3.01569,32.31800
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:47
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