San Pedro de la Rocca Castle, Santiago de Cuba

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Commercial and political rivalries in the Caribbean region in the 17th century resulted in the construction of this massive series of fortifications on a rocky promontory, built to protect the important port of Santiago. This intricate complex of forts, magazines, bastions and batteries is the most complete, best-preserved example of Spanish-American military architecture, based on Italian and Renaissance design principles.

Cayo Granma

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San Pedro de la Rocca

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San Pedro de la Rocca (from water)

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Created 19-Nov-20

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