Jakarta, Nov. 29 -- Minister of Culture Fadli Zon has reaffirmed the government's commitment to safeguarding Indonesia's civilizational heritage, including cultural sites in the Maluku region, during a working visit to Central Maluku.

According to a ministry press statement here on Saturday, the minister inspected three important historical sites in the Hila-Kaitetu area of Central Maluku District, which include Amsterdam Fort, Immanuel Church, and the Old Wapauwe Mosque.

"Amsterdam Fort is one of the forts that still stands firmly. The Portuguese were the first to arrive in this area," he said during his visit to the fort.

The historical area in the past was central to the spice trade.

"This fort once served as a residence, an observ...