San Juan: Historical Place
Places and attractions in the Historical place category
Categories
- Museum
- History museum
- Historical place
- Church
- Unesco
- Forts and castles
- Hispanic colonial architecture
- View point
- Shopping
- Park
- Sport venue
- Sport
- Arenas and stadiums
- Area
- Neighbourhood
La Fortaleza
16th-century fortification and mansion La Fortaleza, also known as Palacio de Santa Catalina, stands as a historical beacon in the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. As a museum and the official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico, it is one of the oldest executive mansion in continuous use in the New...
Castillo San Cristóbal
Castillo San Cristóbal stands as a monumental piece of Puerto Rico's rich history, located in the vibrant city of San Juan. This formidable fortress, built by Spain to protect against land-based attacks on the city, is the largest fortification built by the Spanish in...
San Juan National Historic Site
Protected park with colonial-era forts The San Juan National Historic Site, located in the vibrant city of San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a testament to the island's rich colonial history. This iconic site is composed of a series of forts, including the famous Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San...
Casa Blanca
Casa Blanca, nestled in the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, stands as a historical beacon and museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the island's colonial past. This elegant structure, constructed in the early 16th century, was originally intended to serve as a...
Santa María Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery
Landmark colonial-era seaside cemetery The Santa María Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery is a colonial-era cemetery located in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is the final resting place of many of Puerto Rico's most prominent natives and residents. Construction began in 1863 under the auspices of Ignacio Mascaro.
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Region: San Juan