Forte das Cavalas, Military fort in São Sebastião, Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal.
The fortress stands on the eastern point of Salga Bay, featuring a polygonal structure adapted to the rocky coastline of Terceira Island.
The Portuguese military constructed this defense structure in the 16th century during the 1580 Succession Crisis, following engineer Tommaso Benedetto's plans from 1567.
The fort represents Portuguese maritime defense architecture, forming part of a network of fortifications that protected the southern coast of Terceira Island.
The fortification spans 465 square meters and contained positions for nine artillery pieces, with spaces designated for garrison facilities and ammunition storage.
During World War II, sections of the fort transformed into temporary housing units for machine gunners monitoring the surrounding bays.
Location: Azores
GPS coordinates: 38.64444,-27.09306
Latest update: March 16, 2025 00:45
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