Citadel Hill, Military fortress in Halifax, Canada
The massive stone fortification consists of four bastions connected by ramparts, forming a perfect star shape on top of Citadel Hill.
The current structure, completed in 1856, represents the fourth version of fortifications built by the British Army to protect Halifax's naval station.
The guards in 78th Highlanders uniforms perform traditional military drills and fire the noon gun daily from May through October.
Guided tours in English and French start every 30 minutes at the entrance, with the first tour beginning at 10:00 and the last at 16:00.
The Army Museum inside the citadel contains the largest collection of British military artifacts from the 1800s in Atlantic Canada.
Location: Halifax
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Website: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/halifax
GPS coordinates: 44.64843,-63.58001
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59
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