Castle San Felipe de Barajas

Castillo San Felipe de Barajas

fortress in Cartagena

#2 in Cartagena / #2 in Colombia

by Mariordo (Mario Roberto Durán Ortiz)

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Castle San Felipe de Barajas in Cartagena, Colombia, is a formidable fortress that stands as a testament to Spanish military engineering. Constructed in 1536 and expanded in 1657, this historic structure was designed to protect the city from pirate attacks and military invasions. Its strategic location atop the Hill of San Lázaro offered a commanding view of both the land and sea approaches to Cartagena. The castle features an intricate network of tunnels, ramparts, and storerooms, making it one of the most impressive colonial fortifications in the Americas.

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