Fort Lytton National Park
Fort Lytton is a national park in Queensland, Australia, 13 km northeast of Brisbane. It is located near the mouth of the Brisbane River on the southern bank.
Fort Lytton is an important historical site. It is a pentagonal fortress hidden behind a moat and grassy embankments. It is the only fort in Australia with a moat.
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