Fortaleza de San Miguel Cannon — Garachico (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), Spain
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prussel
N 28° 22.384 W 016° 45.967
28R E 326937 N 3139797
This cannon stands outside the entrance of the 16th Century defensive tower Fortaleza de San Miguel in Garachico
Waymark Code: WMQWWE
Location: Islas Canarias, Spain
Date Posted: 04/07/2016
Views: 4
The Fortaleza de San Miguel was built between 1575 and 1577 by order of Felipe II to protect Garachico from possible pirate attacks. By that time, the town was the commercial capital and main port of the island of Tenerife.
Today the fort is used for cultural activities of the town and houses a Heritage Information Centre.
This rusty old cannon stands outside the entrance of the Fortaleza de San Miguel, year and origin are unknown.
source: wikipedia
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: Spain
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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