Fort São Sebastião

Fortaleza de São Sebastião
#1 in Island of Mozambique / #2 in Mozambique
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by Stig Nygaard from Copenhagen, Denmark
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Fort São Sebastião is a historic fortress located on the Island of Mozambique, Mozambique. Constructed by the Portuguese between 1558 and 1620, it is one of the oldest standing fortifications in Sub-Saharan Africa. This imposing structure was built to protect Portuguese colonial interests in the region and served as a key military and trading post. The fort features robust stone walls, battlements, and cannons, offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.


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