Gateway of the Citadel, Stone entrance gate in Ciudad Vieja, Uruguay
The Gateway of the Citadel stands as a large stone arch with a drawbridge mechanism at the entrance of Plaza Independencia in Montevideo.
Built in 1745 by Spanish colonizers, this entrance served as the only passage through the defensive walls that protected colonial Montevideo until 1829.
The gateway marks the boundary between Ciudad Vieja and modern Montevideo, representing the transition from colonial architecture to contemporary urban development.
Visitors can reach the gateway by walking from the Port Market or taking public transportation to Plaza Independencia, with guided tours available daily.
The structure incorporates original stones from the colonial fortification system and maintains the exact position where ships first spotted the city entrance.
GPS coordinates: -34.90651,-56.20081
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:57
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