Castillo de Santa Catalina, Military fortress on La Caleta beach in Cádiz, Spain.
The pentagonal castle extends into the Atlantic Ocean with thick stone walls, watchtowers, and a central courtyard containing military structures and chambers.
Engineer Cristóbal de Rojas designed the fortress in 1596 following King Felipe II's orders after an Anglo-Dutch attack on the city of Cádiz.
The castle includes a chapel dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria and hosts contemporary art exhibitions and film festivals throughout the year.
The fortress welcomes visitors every day from 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM, except during public holidays, with free admission for everyone.
The castle served as a military prison where Mexican independence leader Mariano Abasolo spent his final years until 1816.
Location: Cádiz
GPS coordinates: 36.53277,-6.30807
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:09
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