Forte do Macapá, Military fortress in Macapá, Brazil.
The Forte do Macapá stands at the confluence of the Amazon River and Atlantic Ocean, featuring thick stone walls and strategic defense structures.
Construction of the fortress began in 1764 and continued until 1782, during Portuguese colonial rule to protect against foreign invasions along the Amazon.
The fortress received National Historic Landmark status in 1938 and contains exhibits displaying military artifacts from its operational period.
The fortress maintains regular opening hours for visitors, offering guided tours through its 16,000 square meters of military architecture and historical buildings.
The star-shaped design of the fortress incorporates specialized positions for cannon placement, optimized for defending against naval attacks on multiple fronts.
Location: Macapá
GPS coordinates: 0.04139,-51.06056
Latest update: April 30, 2025 08:29
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