Fort of Coimbra, Portuguese colonial fortress in Corumbá, Brazil.
The Fort of Coimbra stands along Rio Paraguai, constructed with thick stone walls and multiple artillery positions overlooking the strategic waterway.
Built in 1775, the fortress served as a crucial military outpost until 1864 when Paraguayan forces captured it during a three-day battle against Brazilian defenders.
The structure represents Portuguese military architecture in Brazil, with its design reflecting eighteenth-century European fortification principles adapted to South American conditions.
Access to the fort requires arrangements through tour agencies in Corumbá, with visits combining an 80-kilometer boat journey and guided exploration of the fortification.
The fort maintains 31 original artillery pieces from the colonial period, though only 12 remained operational during the Paraguay War conflict.
Location: Corumbá
GPS coordinates: -19.92041,-57.79213
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:36
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