Castillo San Cristóbal

Castillo San Cristóbal
fort in San Juan
#2 in San Juan / #4 in Puerto Rico
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by Mariordo (Mario Roberto Durán Ortiz)
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Castillo San Cristóbal in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a historic fortress built by the Spanish to protect against land-based attacks. Completed in 1783, it is part of the San Juan National Historic Site and is the largest fortification built by the Spanish in the New World. The fort features a complex system of tunnels, dungeons, and ramparts, showcasing the advanced military architecture of its time. Visitors can explore its expansive grounds, which offer stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the city of San Juan.


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