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The Fortress of the Immaculate Conception, is a fortification located on the southern bank of the San Juan River, in the village of El Castillo in southern Nicaragua. The fortress is situated approximately 6 kilometers from the border with Costa Rica, at the Raudal del Diablo rapids of the San Juan River.
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Fortress of the Immaculate Conception

2J93+G6W, El Castillo, Nicaragua
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The Fortress of the Immaculate Conception, is a fortification located on the southern bank of the San Juan River, in the village of El Castillo in southern Nicaragua. The fortress is situated approximately 6 kilometers from the border with Costa Rica, at the Raudal del Diablo rapids of the San Juan River.

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El Castillo Fort is an absolute must-visit for history buffs and adventure seekers alike! This impressive fortress is a captivating glimpse into Nicaragua's rich past. The fort's imposing structure, coupled with stunning river views, creates an unforgettable experience. Exploring the fort's ramparts and chambers is like stepping back in time. The well-preserved architecture and artifacts offer fascinating insights into the region's history. Don't miss the opportunity to climb to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding area. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a unique adventure, El Castillo Fort delivers. It's a hidden gem that should not...

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El Castillo de la Inmaculada Concepción es una fortaleza de origen novohispano fundada en el siglo xvii en el departamento de Río San Juan, Nicaragua.

Fue construida a finales del siglo xvii sobre las ruinas de una antigua fortaleza de la época del rey Felipe II. La elección del lugar se debe a la intervención del ingeniero militar Martín de Andújar Cantos, quien había llegado a la zona junto a Fernando Francisco de Escobedo con el fin de realizar una inspección. El motivo de la construcción de la nueva fortaleza era detener las invasiones de los piratas que incursionaban por ese río para saquear la ciudad de Granada. Entre el 29 de julio y el 3 de agosto de 1762 fue sitiado por los ingleses en la batalla del Río San Juan de Nicaragua y se salvó la fortaleza por la valentía de Rafaela Herrera, hija de don Pedro Herrera comandante del fuerte, quien acababa de morir justo cuando venían los piratas.

Según los relatos, en la tarde del 2 de agosto (quinto día del sitio), en plena batalla, un gorrión entró a la capilla del castillo y cantó delante de la imagen de la Virgen María, en su advocación de la Inmaculada Concepción, salió y volvió a entrar allí. Al día siguiente los sitiadores se retiraron y los sitiados lo interpretaron como un milagro por el suceso del gorrión en la capilla.

Años más tarde en 1780, siendo comandante del castillo don Juan de Ayssa, volvió a ser atacado por los ingleses, esta vez al mando de un joven capitán de la Real Marina Británica, llamado Horacio Nelson (quien moriría con el grado de almirante el 21 de octubre de 1805 al final de la batalla de Trafalgar), el cual tomó el castillo después de varios días de sitio; pero una posterior epidemia de cólera mató a más ingleses que el asedio a la fortaleza, por lo que el futuro marino de Trafalgar fue llevado a Jamaica casi sin vida.

El ataque de Nelson, según sus propias palabras, se realizó con la intención de "Dividir en dos la América española" (ver el artículo Expedición...

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Great view of the rapids, It has the history of the river, from the Spanish colonial era, the gold rush to California and the dream of building a inter oceanic channel across the river. Take some water or drink and seat for a while to observe the view of the rapid and see the boat coming and going, and the life around...

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Jeff FranklingJeff Frankling
El Castillo Fort is an absolute must-visit for history buffs and adventure seekers alike! This impressive fortress is a captivating glimpse into Nicaragua's rich past. The fort's imposing structure, coupled with stunning river views, creates an unforgettable experience. Exploring the fort's ramparts and chambers is like stepping back in time. The well-preserved architecture and artifacts offer fascinating insights into the region's history. Don't miss the opportunity to climb to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding area. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a unique adventure, El Castillo Fort delivers. It's a hidden gem that should not be overlooked!
Juan RojasJuan Rojas
One of the best places to visit here in Nicaragua, part of our history and it brings you back to those times, the place itself gives you the idea of how powerful Nicaragua was during those times
Marvin CordobaMarvin Cordoba
The fortress it's a beautiful place to visit, views are stunning, local places are affordable, just a little tricky to get there but it's worth it.
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El Castillo Fort is an absolute must-visit for history buffs and adventure seekers alike! This impressive fortress is a captivating glimpse into Nicaragua's rich past. The fort's imposing structure, coupled with stunning river views, creates an unforgettable experience. Exploring the fort's ramparts and chambers is like stepping back in time. The well-preserved architecture and artifacts offer fascinating insights into the region's history. Don't miss the opportunity to climb to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding area. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a unique adventure, El Castillo Fort delivers. It's a hidden gem that should not be overlooked!
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One of the best places to visit here in Nicaragua, part of our history and it brings you back to those times, the place itself gives you the idea of how powerful Nicaragua was during those times
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