What is recorded here
Morganatic children of kings built Coolmuinga, not born women. Some chamber still holds a living shadow that doubles the room. That is why the fort resists every camera and mapping attempt. It is not empty, it is waiting for a worthy guest.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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