Fort Nassau is a VOC legacy fort built in 1607, an important historical site in Banda Neira, Maluku. With a strong colonial historical background, this fort offers an educational tourism experience amidst the natural beauty of Banda.
Fort Nassau: History, Location, Opening Hours (nusantara.house_ Instagram)
Location and Access to Fort Nassau
Fort Nassau is located in Nusantara Village, Banda District, Central Maluku Regency, Maluku Province. This fort can be accessed by sea from Ambon to Banda Neira, which can be reached by ferry or speedboat.
Opening Hours and Ticket Price of Fort Nassau
Fort Nassau is open 24 hours, allowing visitors to enjoy the fort area at any time, especially in the morning or evening. Entry to the fort is free, making it an affordable tourist destination open to all groups.
Main Attractions of Fort Nassau
Main Attractions of Fort Nassau (jongen_prms Instagram)
The main attraction is its sturdy colonial architecture with walls 4 meters thick and 3.5 meters high, and stunning sea views. The fort holds a dark story from the colonial era, including the execution of 40 wealthy Bandanese who dared to rebel against the VOC's rule.
Fort Nassau was built by the VOC in 1607 as the first fort in the Banda Islands to maintain its monopoly on the spice trade. Historically, the fort witnessed the resistance of the Bandanese people against the VOC, which led to the arrest and execution of local rebel figures.
Fort Nassau is now an educational tourist destination for visitors who want to learn about colonial history in Maluku. Here, tourists can learn about the spice trade that made Banda Neira the center of world attention and the important events inside the fort.
