BENTENG KUTO BESAK - PALEMBANG

"Ahead without a mind is like a fortress that is not defended." - Napoleon Bonaparte

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What is Benteng Kuto Besak?
Kuto Besak Fort is a palace building from the 18th century which became the center of the Palembang Sultanate. Kuto Besak Fort is a Palembang tour that presents a variety of tourist themes in one area. Starting from historical tours, and culinary tours.

When was Kuto Fort build?

Kuto Besak Fort was built between 1724-1758

Where is the location of Benteng Kuto Besak?

The location of Kuto Besak Fort is on the banks of the Musi River, precisely on Jalan Sultan Mahmud Badarudin, 19 Ilir, Bukit Kecil, Palembang City.

How big is Kuto Besak Fort?

This fort is quite large with a size of 288.75 meters x 183.75 meters, and a wall thickness of 1.99 meters.

How much is the entrance ticket for Kuto Besak Fort?

Entrance ticket for Kuto Besak Fort, or BKB Rp. 5.000 per person

Who built Kuto Besak Fort?

Kuto Besak Fort is a fort built by natives and not by the Dutch colonials. Kuto Besak Fort was built by Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin I under the name Keraton Kuto Besak in 1780.

Why was Kuto Besak Fort built?

This building is a symbol of the supremacy of the Palembang Darussalam Sultanate. "In 1812 it was captured by the British, then controlled by the Dutch in 1821 until the independence of Indonesia," said Jeanne Francoise.

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Those are information and pictures of Benteng Kuto Besak, one of the tourist attractions in Palembang. The location is strategic because it is in the center of Palembang City. You can explore outside of Benteng Kuto Besak freely, and the entrance fee, it is very cheap. It is Rp.5.000 for one person. What are you waiting for? Let's explore more this place!☝😀