Jul 26, 2022 · San Juan National Historic Site preserves stories of great ambition and aspirations. Countries fought for control of this tiny yet strategic island for centuries. Generations of …

Castillo San Felipe del Morro (English: Promontory Castle of Saint Philip), most commonly known as El Morro (The Promontory), is a large fortress and citadel in the historic district of Old San …

Jan 26, 2021 · Construction on San Cristobal began in 1634 and finished in 1790, although modifications were made well into the 18th Century. Its better-known sister fortification, El …

The Castillo San Felipe del Morro, or El Morro, was the second fort built on the islet of what is now Old San Juan and Puerta de Tierra. El Morro's construction commenced in 1539 and finished …

Dec 26, 2019 · Castillo San Felipe del Morro (also known as “El Morro”), perhaps the most iconic fortification built by the Spanish in the Americas, covers a 140 foot-high promontory at the …

Walk the blue cobblestone streets of the oldest city in America for a look into the core of Puerto Rican history and culture. The pastel-colored colonial architecture and military forts of Old San …

Constructed to fortify Spain’s defense of Old San Juan’s harbor, the fort protected the island from land attacks. It boasts walls that rise 150 feet above the sea, covers an expansive 27 acres of …

Aug 15, 2023 · One of the oldest fortresses built in the Caribbean, El Morro is a fascinating place to visit in San Juan, especially if you enjoy history and military architecture. And don’t forget …

Jun 27, 2023 · The forts in Old San Juan are a testament to the island's rich history and strategic significance. These imposing structures, built by the Spanish in the 16th and 18th centuries, …

Jan 4, 2024 · Don't miss Castillo San Felipe del Morro, UNESCO Site not to be missed in Old San Juan. Visiting Tips, Photos, History, Map, Hours and more.