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Fortaleza de San Fernando
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The Fortaleza de San Fernando (also known as the Castillo de San Fernando de Omoa) is a colonial-era Spanish fortress in Omoa, Honduras. Built between 1756 and 1775,[1] the fortress guarded Spanish interests in the-then Captaincy General of Guatemala before being seized by the Honduran government in 1821. The fortress remains relatively intact, and is a major tourist attraction in Omoa.
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Fortaleza de San Fernando | |
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Omoa, Honduras | |
![]() Fortaleza de San Fernando | |
Coordinates | 15°46′26″N 88°02′11″W |
Type | Fortress |
Site information | |
Owner | Honduras |
Controlled by | Honduras |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Preserved |
Site history | |
Built | 1756 |
In use | 1775–present |
Materials | Brick, river rocks, coral |
Battles/wars | Battle of San Fernando de Omoa (1779) |
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