Fortaleza San Felipe, 16th-century coastal castle and military museum in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
The stone fortress stands on a hill at Puntilla del Malecón, featuring four round defensive towers and a collection of historical military artifacts.
King Philip II of Spain ordered the construction of this fortress in 1564 to protect Puerto Plata's seaport from pirates and foreign naval attacks.
The museum displays extensive collections of Taino pottery, ancient coins, weapons, and military equipment from the 18th and 19th centuries.
The fortress museum operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an entrance fee of 2 Dominican pesos per person.
The entrance includes a centered open shaft that contained water and spikes, forming a defensive trap for potential invaders crossing the drawbridge.
Location: Puerto Plata
Inception: 1965
GPS coordinates: 19.80389,-70.69583
Latest update: May 12, 2025 00:03
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