Baluarte de San Andrés, Defense fortification in Intramuros, Manila, Philippines.
The stone bastion features high walls constructed with durable masonry materials, positioned along the southeastern section of the walled district of Intramuros.
Built in 1603, the fortification served as a crucial defensive structure to protect Puerto Real and the southeastern portion of Spanish colonial Manila.
The bastion represents Spanish military engineering techniques from the colonial period, incorporating traditional construction methods and architectural elements specific to fortifications.
Located along Muralla Street in Intramuros, visitors can reach the bastion through multiple transportation options and explore it during regular opening hours.
The structure maintains its original 17th-century foundation and underwent restoration work in 1987 to ensure preservation of its historical elements.
Location: Manila
GPS coordinates: 14.58698,120.97872
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:28
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