Forte Real de São Filipe
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Forte Real de São Filipe is a 16th century fortress in the city of Cidade Velha in the south of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. It is located on a plateau above the town centre, 120 meters above sea level. The historic centre of Cidade Velha is an UNESCO World Heritage Site since June 2009.[1] The fort was part of a system of defence for the city, which also included six smaller forts on the coast and a wall along the port.[2]
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Forte Real de São Filipe | |
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Cidade Velha, Santiago Island in Cape Verde | |
Coordinates | 14.9160°N 23.6019°W / 14.9160; -23.6019 |
Height | 10 |
Site information | |
Controlled by | Portuguese Empire (1593-1975) |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Renovated in 2000 |
Site history | |
Built | 1593 |
Built by | Portuguese Empire |
In use | 1593-1770 |
Events | Cassard expedition (1712) |
Part of | Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande |
Criteria | Cultural: (ii)(iii)(vi) |
Reference | 1310 |
Inscription | 2009 (33rd Session) |
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