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The Canarian city that is bordered by four historic castles

April 27, 2023
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In the Canarian city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife we can find fortresses of great cultural interest, including four castles located in the center of the city.

These impressive historical buildings are an excellent option for those who want to discover the history of the island during their visit to Tenerife.

If you are looking for ideas about what to see or do on the island, do not miss the opportunity to visit these unique fortifications in the Canarian city of Santa Cruz of Tenerife.

Castle of San Juan Bautista

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The Canarian city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is home to the impressive San Juan Bautista Coastal Defensive Tower, also known as Castillo de San Juan or Castillo Negro. This fortress, which dates back to 1641, is one of the most important in the defense of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and is located in the heart of the capital, behind the famous Auditorio de Tenerife. If you are planning your visit to the island of Tenerife, you cannot miss visiting this incredible fortress in the Canarian city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Castle of San Cristobal

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The Castillo de San Cristóbal, the first important fortification on the island of Tenerife and the main pillar of the defensive complex of the bay of Santa Cruz, is a must-see for lovers of history and architecture. Although today only a few walls of the original building remain, they are exhibited in an underground gallery in the Plaza de España in the capital of Tenerife.

The structure of the building suffered severe damage when it was demolished in 1928, but its ruins are impressive testimony to the history of the Canarian city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. If you plan to visit the island of Tenerife, you cannot miss this unique tourist attraction.

San Andres Castle

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The tower of san andresalso known as Castillo de San Andrés, is an old military fortress that is part of the set of minor fortifications responsible for the defense of the island of Tenerife.

This impressive circular tower is located in the town of the same name in the municipality of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, next to the urban center of San Andrés. It is located in a strategic enclave between the confluence of the Cercado and Las Huertas ravines and the seashore. If you are planning to visit the Canarian city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you cannot miss the opportunity to discover the fascinating history of the Castillo de San Andrés.

High Pass Castle

The Castle of Paso Alto, located on the coast of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, is an impressive fortification with a strategic location between the Paso Alto Military Sports Club and the Higher Technical School of Nautical, Naval Machines and Radioelectronics of the University of La Laguna .

This castle is famous for being located at the exact point where the prevailing currents and winds forced ships to sail close to the coast, which made it a key player in the defense of the city in the past. If you are interested in the military history of the Canarian city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit the impressive Castillo de Paso Alto.



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