Fort Saint-Elme (France)
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Fort Saint-Elme is a military fort constructed between 1538 and 1552 under the reign of Charles V. Situated in the district of Collioure, approximately 30 kilometres southeast of Perpignan, in the department of Pyrénées-Orientales, it is designated as a monument historique of Côte Vermeille. Since 2008, the fort has served as a museum, showcasing collections of medieval and Renaissance arms, hosting exhibitions, and offering panoramic views of the surrounding area from its terrace.
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42.5186°N 3.0939°E / 42.5186; 3.0939 | |
Location | Collioure (Pyrénées-Orientales) |
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Designer | Benedetto of Ravenna |
Type | Star fort |
Material | Schist |
Beginning date | 1538 |
Completion date | 1552 |
Dedicated to | Defense |
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