Kota Lukut

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Kota Lukut or Fort Lukut is a notable historical site[1] in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Located at the hill near Lukut town. The fort was built in 1847 to control the lucrative tin trade in the area. Today the muzzle loading guns used to defend the fort can be seen within the grounds of the District Officer’s residence and outside the Police Station in town. In the area of the fort are also the remains of the foundation of an old palace and a royal burial ground.

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  1. ^ Museum and fort showcase the rich legacy of a former tin-mining district, Jun 5, 2008, Museums in Malaysia - Museum and fort showcase the rich legacy of a former tin-mining district.
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