FORTALEZA DE SÃO JOSÉ DE MACAPÁ
Go there and contact
Fort of São José do Macapà, Brazil's largest Portuguese fortification from the colonial period
In the 18th century, faced with the expansionist desires of the European nations in South America, Portugal carried out a policy of building forts in all the strategic points of the colony. The fort of Sao José do Macapà is the largest Portuguese fortification in Brazil from the colonial period. Dating from the second half of the 18th century, this fortress was intended to repel foreign invasions during the Portuguese conquest of the surrounding lands.
Did you know? This review was written by our professional authors.
Book the Best Activities with Get Your Guide
Members' reviews on FORTALEZA DE SÃO JOSÉ DE MACAPÁ
The ratings and reviews below reflect the subjective opinions of members and not the opinion of The Little Witty.
