The fortress of the Castro was built in 1665 during a war in front of Portugal (1640-1668) trying to protect the city from the continuous attacks coming from the British navy allies of Portugal.The defensive system of the city consisted in Castro and San Sebastián fortress and the city wall (now disappear).
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