Fuerte de San Gil, Santo Domingo

Fuerte de San Gil was created between the years 1503 and 1510. The special landmark is composed of its left half (toward the sea) constructed in polygonal form with five sides and two hoods. The three-sided Fort San Gil once served as protection from both sides of the beach as well as the sea. It is a wonderful place to spend some time at night.

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Sight Name: Fuerte de San Gil
Sight Location: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (See walking tours in Santo Domingo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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