Fort San Pedro, Campeche

Fort San Pedro is a colonial bastion located in the southwestern section of Campeche, situated near the hospital and church of San Juan de Dios. The structure is built of stone and reflects the military architecture typical of the Spanish colonial period.

The structure was built in 1702 and served initially as a prison for the Tribunal of the Holy Office of the Inquisition. It later played a defensive role during the 1824 independence movement that swept across the region.

The stone entrance displays two carved keys to heaven and the papal tiara, representing Saint Peter, the first pope of the Catholic Church. These symbols shape how visitors understand the building's religious importance to the community.

The site now operates as a tourist information center and craft museum welcoming visitors on a daily basis. It is practical to wear comfortable shoes and plan your visit during cooler times of day, since the bastion receives direct sunlight.

The National Institute of Anthropology and History plans to establish a museum dedicated to Mayan ceramics found during the Tren Maya construction work. These discoveries are expected to deepen understanding of ancient settlement patterns in the area.

Location: San Francisco de Campeche

GPS coordinates: 19.84306,-90.53278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05