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Fort of Arrifana
17th century fort in Portugal / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Fort of Arrifana, or Fortress of Arrifana, (Portuguese: Fortaleza da Arrifana)) is situated on the Vicentine Coast of the Algarve region of Portugal, on a promontory close to the town of Aljezur. It was originally constructed in 1635 with the intention of protecting fishing grounds for tuna as well as defending the coast. Its location provides a natural lookout over Arrifana Beach and the Vicentine Coast.[1][2]
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Fort of Arrifana | |
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Fortaleza da Arrifana | |
Faro District Near Aljezur in Portugal | |
![]() Reconstructed entrance to the Arrifana fort | |
Coordinates | 37°17′47″N 8°52′27″W |
Type | Fort |
Site information | |
Open to the public | Yes |
Site history | |
Built | 1635 |
Materials | Stone and mortar |
Fate | Front entrance and wall restored in 2007 |
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