La Fortaleza de San Felipe - Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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N 19° 48.242 W 070° 41.743
19Q E 322380 N 2190686
This is an old Spanish fort located in Puerto Plata, in the northern coast of Dominican Republic
Waymark Code: WM15TPN
Location: Dominican Republic
Date Posted: 02/25/2022
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This fort was built in the second half of the 16th century. Works started in 1564 and by 1577 the fort was concluded. It was involved in the Quasi War, an unoficial armed conflict between France and the USA.
Since 1965 it hosts a museum, It was renovated in 1974 and it opened as we now can see it in 1983. It's an advised visit. Inside there are a few historical exhibits and from the walls the visitor can enjoy excellent views all around.
The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1564
Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": Spain
Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was
What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: Used for defence of a border or land claim.
Current condition: Renovated as a museum
This site is administered by ----: Dominican Republic
If admission is charged -: 50.00 (listed in local currency)
Open to the public?: Restricted hours -Admission charged
Official or advertised web-page: [Web Link]
Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": [Web Link]
Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed
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