Fortress of Saint Catherine
Fortress of Saint Catherine, Military fort in Cabedelo, Brazil
The Fortress of Saint Catherine features stone walls and bastions at the entrance of Paraiba River, controlling access to the port of Cabedelo.
Portuguese engineers built this defensive structure between 1580 and 1605 to protect their colonial territories from pirates and foreign naval attacks.
The stone fortress represents Portuguese military architecture in Brazil, with its design incorporating elements specific to coastal defense installations.
The National Heritage Site maintains regular opening hours for visitors who can explore the fortification chambers and climb to observation points.
The fortress endured numerous naval battles, including conflicts with Dutch forces who attempted to gain control of the strategic port location.
Location: Cabedelo
GPS coordinates: -6.96909,-34.84030
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:41
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