Fort San Andres

Fort San Andres stands as a stone fortification structure with five cannon positions, connected historically to the mainland by a wooden bridge.

Originally constructed in 1787 to replace an earthen redoubt, the fort remained active until the British captured Trinidad from Spanish forces in 1797.

The fort represents the last remaining military structure from the Spanish colonial period in Trinidad, now serving as the City of Port of Spain Museum.

Visitors can examine the original foundations dated to 1785 and multiple preserved cannons at the South Quay location in Port of Spain.

The fort transformed from a coastal defense position to an inland structure when the Port of Spain waterfront expanded through multiple land reclamation projects.

Location: Port of Spain

GPS coordinates: 10.64778,-61.51056

Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:18