Vacation Star | Fort De Kock | The fort was founded by Captain Bouer in 1825 during Mark Baron Hendrik de Kock as a commander of Der Troepen and Deputy Governor General of Dutch East Indies,
that's why the fort was known as Fort De Kock. The fortress is situated on the Mount Jirek is used by the Dutch Army as a stronghold of the onslaught of the people of Minangkabau, especially since the outbreak of war Padri in the year 1821-1837.
Around the castle there are cannons ancient period to the 19th century. From this location we can enjoy a tour of Bukittinggi and surrounding areas
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