San Pedro de la Roca Castle, Santiago de Cuba
Overview
Commercial and political rivalries in the Caribbean region in the 17th century resulted in the construction of this massive series of fortifications on a rocky promontory, built to protect the important port of Santiago. This intricate complex of forts, magazines, bastions and batteries is the most complete, best-preserved example of Spanish-American military architecture, based on Italian and Renaissance design principles.
About San Pedro de la Roca Castle, Santiago de Cuba
The Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca is a fortress located on the coast of the Cuban city of Santiago de Cuba. About 6 miles (10 km) southwest of the city centre, it overlooks the bay. The fortress was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, cited as the best preserved and most complete example of Spanish-American military architecture.
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Details
- Countries
- Cuba
- ISO Codes
- CU
- Area
- 93.88 ha
- Coordinates
- 19.9684, -75.8704
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