Benteng Vredeburg (Fort Vredeburg)

Benteng Vredeburg is opposite Gedung Agung. It was built in the year 1765 by the Dutch during the colonial domination against the cannon shot from the Sultan’s palace. Its function was to protect the residence of the Dutch Residence. This fort is also surrounded by a moat which still bastions on the four corners and ramparts which enabled the Dutch soldiers to walk around and shoot from. From the base of the cannon on the southern rampart, one has a good view of the Sultan’s Palace and other historical building these places. The fort is within walking distance from the center of town.

The fort is located on the northern part of the main Post Office on P. Senopati Street. It has been restored and the architecture is worth a visit.

Benteng Vredeburg now houses a museum showing the history of the Independence movement in Indonesia in which Yogyakarta played such an important role.

• Open: Tuesday-Thursday (8:30 AM - 1:30 PM)
• Friday (8:30 AM - 11:30 PM)
• Saturday-Sunday (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM)