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Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
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NAME
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
COUNTRY
Puerto Rico
ADDRESS
San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Castillo San Felipe del Morro
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About Castillo San Felipe del Morro
Castillo San Felipe del Morro is an old fortress located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It was made between 16th and 18th centuries. The castle is currently managed by National Park Service. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 1983. The castle could be visited throughout the week between 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The entrance ticket of seven dollars is required for an adult while the children below 15 years are free to enter.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Castillo San Felipe del Morro

  • It is suggested to wear comfortable clothes and shoes as there is a long distance to travel inside the castle. Also sometimes ramps are slippery and windy so dress accordingly.
  • There is a big lawn outside the castle and the visitors have to cross this to reach the castle.
    There is a big lawn outside the castle and the visitors have to cross this to reach the castle.
  • The lower level of the castle is very close to the water where you can see the view of the Atlantic Ocean, La Perla, Old San Juan, and a cemetery which are located outside the castle.
    The lower level of the castle is very close to the water where you can see the view of the Atlantic Ocean, La Perla, Old San Juan, and a cemetery whic
  • The Paseo del Morro starts from the dry moat and leads to the Gate of San Juan. Some people also fly the kite on the great lawn which is a local old tradition.
    The Paseo del Morro starts from the dry moat and leads to the Gate of San Juan. Some people also fly the kite on the great lawn which is a local old t
  • It was a military fortification and African slave labor was also used to make this castle. It served as a "Key to the Antilles" by the Spanish, they didn't allow any enemy ship to pass through this area.
  • The castle was used as a filming location for the movie "Amistad. Steven Spielberg."
  • You can also attend the Annual Artisans festival which is organized at the fort in July every year.
    You can also attend the Annual Artisans festival which is organized at the fort in July every year.

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