Castillo de San Felipe de Lara, Tentative World Heritage Site fort in Guatemala
The Castillo de San Felipe de Lara is an old Spanish colonial fort located at the entrance of Lake Izabal in eastern Guatemala.
Constructed in 1644, it served as a fortress against pirate attacks in the Caribbean.
It represents a significant part of Guatemala's history and displays intricate details of Spanish architectural designs of the period.
Popular tourist attraction offering breathtaking views, guided tours provide insight into its historical significance.
Although initially built to deter pirates, it was frequently reconstructed due to repeated pirate sieges.
Location: Izabal Department
Inception: 1644
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