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Castle San Felipe de Barajas
Attraction
4.6 (58439 reviews)
Imposing hilltop fortress built in the 1600s with a complex tunnel system & offering audio tours.
Barrio Pie del Cerro, Avenida Antonio de Arévalo. Carrera 17., Cl. 32 #17-85, Pie Del Cerro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
+57 605 6421293
Did You Know?
Construction Start
Construction of the Castillo San Felipe de Barajas began in 1536, making it a centuries-old fortress.
Unique Shape
The castle was built in a distinctive triangular shape, strategically positioned on a hill to defend the city.
Soldier Garrison
The fortress housed a garrison of 200 soldiers and 4 gunners, ready to defend Cartagena from invaders.
Royal Honor
The castle was named in honor of Philip IV of Spain, showcasing its importance to the Spanish Empire.
Highlights from Reviews
• amazing views
The views from the top are breathtaking, giving you a panoramic sweep of Cartagena that's both humbling and exhilarating.
• well preserved
The fort is well-preserved and maintained.
• rich history
The history is so interesting and it holds a significant importance in the history of Cartagena.
• interesting tunnels
Cool to walk through the tunnels.
• bilingual signage
Placards are in Spanish and English so no worries about not understanding.
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