The beauty of Sabang begins the Japanese intention to conquer Indonesia

Sabang not only offers the beauty of panoramic sea and protected forests, but also presents a glimpse of the history of small volcanic island on the northern tip of Sumatra Island was a strategic place of Japanese occupation in Indonesia during World War II.

The large city on Pulau Weh, Aceh, was used as a military port and the Japanese's leading line of defense in the face of Allied attacks in 1942.No wonder, if later there are many relics of the castle along with Japanese shelters (bunker) scattered around the coastline and hills.

The fort was built as a reconnaissance post to strengthen their defenses.

Through Sabang also the process of Japanese occupation to other regions of Indonesia began.

History records, Sabang in the 19th century is the most important port city than Temasek (Singapore).

Located in strategic location of Malacca Strait, Sabang is an ideal location for business traffic for traders from Europe, India, Middle East and East Asia.

When World War II erupted, Japan made Sabang a military port and a leading air defense line in Indonesia.

The fort and bunkers of defense are now historical artifacts and can be visited in Ujung Kareung, Sabang Hills, and along Pantai Kasih.

Based on the narrative of some locals, the fortress is said to be connected to each other by a secret tunnel liaison, which is now trace no longer tracked because it was dumped land and age.