The fortress Castillo de San Felipe del Morro was built during the 16th Century to keep maritime invaders away from the Spanish colonial port of Old San Juan on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, which is now a United States territory. Morro Castle has been named a national historic site and is a major attraction for visitors to San Juan, the capital city.


The fortress Castillo de San Felipe del Morro was built during the 16th Century to keep maritime invaders away from the Spanish colonial port of Old San Juan on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, which is now a United States territory. Morro Castle has been named a national historic site and is a major attraction for visitors to San Juan, the capital city.


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Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA
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