Torre de Navidad, Military fortress in Cartagena, Spain.
The Torre de Navidad fortress stands eight-sided at the entrance of Cartagena's port, featuring defense mechanisms and strategic observation points.
Built between 1601 and 1631, this fort played an essential role in protecting Cartagena's harbor during the Second World War and Spanish Civil War.
The fortress represents Spanish military architecture from the mid-19th century, displaying engineering techniques used in coastal defense structures of that period.
Visitors can access the fortress through Pasaje Espalmador, with wheelchair facilities available and the Military Museum of Cartagena located nearby.
The structure maintains its original defensive features while providing panoramic views of Cartagena's port and the Mediterranean Sea.
Location: Cartagena
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 37.58571,-0.98568
Latest update: July 3, 2025 23:45
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