San Carlos Fortress, Star fort and museum in Perote, Mexico.
The San Carlos Fortress features thick stone walls, defensive towers, and a central courtyard surrounded by military buildings and storage facilities.
The Spanish colonial authorities commissioned the construction of this military stronghold in 1770, completing the structure in 1776 to protect trade routes.
The fortress contains exhibits detailing Mexican military history, including artifacts from colonial times through the Mexican-American War and World War II.
The fortress museum opens from Tuesday to Sunday, offering guided tours that explain the military architecture and defense systems of colonial Mexico.
During World War II, the fortress served as a detention center for German and Italian nationals after Mexico joined the Allied forces.
Location: Perote
Inception: 1776
Made from material: stone, adobe
GPS coordinates: 19.57350,-97.24460
Latest update: May 17, 2025 13:33
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