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Castillo de Jagua is located in Cienfugos,
Cuba.
This
spectacular Spanish fortress was founded in 1745 by King Carlos V of Spain. The fortress then
acted as a defensive system against Caribbean pirates and other overseas dominions. Situated on
a rock at the entrance of Cienfuegos Bay, it is now a National Monument and affords visitors a
scenic view of the surrounding blue waters and thick forests.
It is
particularly noticeable for its architectonic style, including the rectangular form and walls
with stonecutting works. It also houses a multipurpose museum with six permanent exhibitions
about the history and development of the fortress, one temporary exhibition hall, and a
restaurant offering exotic cuisines.
Castillo de
Jagua Map
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