Fort of Santiago, Portuguese colonial fortress in Centro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The Fort of Santiago features thick stone walls and strategic military engineering design to monitor the entrance of Guanabara Bay in Rio de Janeiro.
Portuguese authorities constructed the fortress in 1555 to protect Rio de Janeiro from French and Dutch naval invasions during the colonial period.
The fortress displays military artifacts, historical weapons, and documents that demonstrate the Portuguese influence on Brazilian colonial defense structures.
The museum opens daily for guided tours, allowing visitors to explore the artillery park, ramparts, and exhibitions about Brazilian military history.
The fortress maintains its original 16th-century stone construction while housing modern exhibition spaces that showcase colonial maritime defense strategies.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Location: Centro
Address: Praça Mal. Âncora, s/n - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-200
GPS coordinates: -22.90591,-43.16952
Latest update: March 14, 2025 05:34
IRB
336 m
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