• 1797 – San Cristóbal helps repel the attack on San Juan from the land side by a British invasion force of 7,000 - 13,000 men commanded by Sir Ralph Abercromby.
  • Castillo de San Cristobal was built by Spain to protect San Juan from land attacks, and create a crossfire with Del Morro across the bay.
  • Standing guard at Old San Juan’s eastern gate is Castillo San Cristóbal. Built to protect San Juan against land attacks, the ancient Spanish fort is now part of the...
  • Construction began in 1634 and was completed by 1790. Castillo San Cristobal covers 27 acres on the eastern gate of the islet of San Juan.
  • Castillo San Cristóbal at San Juan National Historic Site is the largest fortress built by the Spanish in the Americas.
  • Photo taken at Castillo San Cristóbal by Sally M. on 10/8/2023. ... Amazing views or Old San Juan and San Felipe del Morro. Well worth the price of admission ($3).
  • The rich history and significance of Castillo San Cristóbal in Old San Juan tell a tale of military strategy, colonial power, and architectural marvels.
  • Coming up next is the part of Castillo San Cristobal in San Juan where you’ll be able to find an excellent museum, that provides you with a great chance to...
  • Named after the saint patron of land travelers, Saint Christopher, Castillo San Cristóbal, is considered the largest fortress built in the Americas.
  • I loved Old San Juan. ... Castillo de San Cristóbal is a great place to better understand the history of the city. Like. Roberto Gonzalez.
  • Castillo San Cristóbal, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 1,032 likes · 15 talking about this · 2,346 were here.
  • ...above sea level, the Castillo de San Cristóbal (Saint Christopher's Castle) is a massive structure that occupies most of the northeast edge of Old San Juan.
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