Benteng Vredeburg

Benteng Vredeburg (lit.Vredeburg fort) is situated exacity face to face with Gedung Agung. The Dutch colonial built in 1765 during the domination. I t was built in order to anticipate the cannon shot from the Sultan's troops. Its function was also to protect the occupation of the Dutch Residence. This fort is surrounded by moats that still can be seen until now.The fort is rectangular-shaped, with kind of citadel (bastions) on its four corner, which enable Dutch's soldier to walk around and aim a good shot. From the base of the cannon on the southern bastions, visitors may enjoy wonderful views Sultan's Palace and other historical buildings around, and certainly the busy traffic of Yogyakarta. The fort can be reach on foot the centre of the municipality.