Fortaleza da Barra Grande

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Fortaleza da Barra Grande

  • March 8, 2001
  • Rated 4 of 5 by enizete from canonsburg, Pennsylvania
Fortaleza da Barra Grande

Fortaleza da Barra Grande is a worthwhile visit for those interested in history and as well as beauty. It offers a very good scenic view in Santos too. Admission was free and can be viewed from Avenida Almada Saldanha da Gama at Ponta da Praia. The historical signification of this fort was to provide protection of defense during an epic of invasions mainly of European countries along the coasts of Brazil. It was bulit in 1584 and also called Fortaleza de Santo Amaro. It is located in Estuario, within the municipality of Guaruja. Excursion depart hourly at Ponte dos Praticos at Ponta da Praia. Take your camera with you.

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