Fort São Tiago da Barra, 17th century military fort in Macau, China
The fort extends along the base of Barra Hill, featuring thick stone walls measuring six meters at the base and three meters at the top.
Construction began in 1629 following the Dutch attack of 1622, establishing a strategic defense point for the inner harbor of Macau.
The fort contains a chapel dedicated to São Tiago, patron saint of the army, and houses religious statues that connect to local maritime traditions.
The structure transformed into Pousada de São Tiago hotel in 1981, offering accommodation near the Maritime Museum and A-Ma Temple.
Sixteen cannons originally protected the fort, including twelve 24-caliber and four 50-caliber guns positioned at different defensive levels.
Location: Macau
GPS coordinates: 22.18250,113.53070
Latest update: March 25, 2025 11:29
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