Indrapatra Fortress
Benteng Indra Patra
The ruins of an ancient fort on the northeastern coast of Aceh. Said to have been built during the Hindu era kingdom, it later served as a sultanate fortress against the Portuguese.
Indrapatra Fortress lies about 19 km from downtown. Its stone walls enclose several domed water reservoirs. It is said to date from the Lamuri Kingdom, which existed before the arrival of Islam. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the sultanate used it as a coastal fortress against Portuguese fleets. The site is modest in size but well preserved, with the Strait of Malacca behind it. Entry is free, and it can be combined with Krueng Raya Beach on the east coast for a half-day trip.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lampulo Boat on the House
- Siron Tsunami Mass Grave
- Aceh Museum
- Kerkhof Peucut
- Baiturrahman Grand Mosque
- Gunongan & Putroe Phang Park
- Aceh Tsunami Museum
- PLTD Apung 1