Fortaleza San Luis, Military museum in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.
The fortress structure stands near the Yaque del Norte River, featuring thick stone walls, military exhibits, and a clock tower from 1886.
Built in the late 17th century as a military stronghold, the fortress witnessed battles during the War of Restoration against Spanish forces in 1863.
The museum displays present Dominican military evolution through collections of 20th-century tanks, artillery pieces, and historical weapons from different periods.
Located at the intersection of Boy Scouts and San Luis streets, the museum maintains regular visiting hours and can be reached at 809-226-2029.
The building transformed from a military school in 1875 to a prison in the 1970s before becoming a museum in 2004.
Location: Santiago de los Caballeros
Inception: 2004
GPS coordinates: 19.44820,-70.70280
Latest update: March 10, 2025 13:53
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