San Antonio de la Eminencia Castle, Military fort in Cumaná, Venezuela
San Antonio de la Eminencia Castle stands on Pan de Azúcar hill with four-pointed star design and two-meter-thick defensive walls overlooking the Gulf of Cariaco.
The Spanish colonial authorities constructed this fortification between 1659 and 1686 to protect Cumaná from pirate attacks during the seventeenth century.
The fortress represents Spanish military architecture with geometric patterns and served as both a military garrison and a prison for political figures.
The castle maintains its original structure despite earthquake damage, and visitors can explore the remaining defensive walls and strategic viewpoints.
Underground tunnels and passages connect the fortress to the city of Cumaná, creating a network of secret pathways beneath the streets.
Location: Cumaná
GPS coordinates: 10.46207,-64.17135
Latest update: May 25, 2025 08:13
Mochima National Park
22.6 km
Cubagua
39 km
Laguna de La Restinga National Park
60.8 km
Tetas de Maria Guevara Natural Monument
55.4 km
Castillo de Araya
15.2 km
Isla Paraíso
62.1 km
Playa El Yaque
53.5 km
Laguna de Las Marites Natural Monument
56.8 km
Castillo Santa María de la Cabeza
319 m
Playa Punta Arenas
62.6 km
Museo Gran Mariscal de Ayacucho
663 m
Catedral de Cumaná
481 m
Santa María de la Cabeza Castle
329 m
Punta Charagato Lighthouse
42.1 km
Faro de la Puntilla
64.9 km
Chimana Segunda Lighthouse
51.1 km
Macanao Wildlife Reserve
60.6 km
Church of Arenas
32.9 km
Bahía El Saco Wildlife Reserve
40.8 km
Cubagua Island Natural Reserve
39.4 km
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo Francisco Narváez
65.5 km
Caribe and Los Lobos Islands
42.1 km
Edificio Turimiquire
1.6 km
Castillo de San Antonio
5 m
Playa de Zalaya
55.7 km
Casa Andrés Eloy Blanco
311 m
Punta El Palo Wildlife Reserve
44.6 km
Teatro Luis Mariano Rivera
399 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes