Forte de Nossa Senhora das Salvas
Forte de Nossa Senhora das Salvas, 17th century military fort in Sines, Portugal
The rectangular fortress stands at the western end of Sines bay, featuring a pillbox and battery structure designed for coastal defense operations.
Built after Portuguese independence restoration, the fort remained active until 1844, protecting the town from pirates through coordination with Sines Castle.
The fortress bears the name of Nossa Senhora das Salvas, connecting it to the nearby church dedicated to the patron saint of local fishermen.
The fort maintains good structural condition and accepts visitors who want to explore its military architecture and learn about coastal defense systems.
The government includes this fort in a program that allows private entities to lease historical properties for cultural and tourism activities.
Location: Sines
GPS coordinates: 37.95134,-8.87634
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:45
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