Castle of San Julián, Military fortress on Monte de San Julián near Cartagena, Spain
The Castle of San Julián features defensive walls, tenailles, and caponiers characteristic of polygonal forts with neoclassical architectural elements throughout the structure.
British forces constructed the initial cylindrical tower in 1706 during the War of Spanish Succession, which was later incorporated into the Spanish fort completed in 1883.
The fortress stands as a testament to Spanish military engineering, earning recognition as a Protected Cultural Heritage Site despite its current condition.
While the castle remains structurally complete, access is restricted as the building houses telecommunications equipment managed by Telefónica company.
The fortress served as a military prison during the Spanish Civil War and maintains its original British tower within the Spanish fortification system.
GPS coordinates: 37.58153,-0.96584
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:36
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