Castillo San Felipe del Morro (English: Promontory Castle of Saint Philip), most commonly known as El Morro (The Promontory), is a large fortress and citadel in the Old San Juan historic …

Dec 26, 2019 · Castillo San Felipe del Morro (also known as “El Morro”), perhaps the most iconic fortification built by the Spanish in the Americas, covers a 140 foot-high promontory at the …

Jun 12, 2025 · El Morro—formally known as Castillo San Felipe del Morro—is one of the most iconic landmarks in Puerto Rico and a must-see when visiting Old San Juan. This massive …

Jan 6, 2026 · Don't miss Castillo San Felipe del Morro, UNESCO Site not to be missed in Old San Juan. Visiting Tips, Photos, History, Map, Hours and more.

Castillo San Felipe Del Morro is one of the most famous landmarks in Puerto Rico. It has almost 500 years of history, colonial architecture, and an unsurpassed view of the San Juan Harbor.

Nov 24, 2022 · Castillo San Felipe del Morro, also known as El Morro and San Juan National Historic Site, is the starting site of Spaniard expansion into the Western Americas in the 16th …

Dec 23, 2025 · Castillo San Felipe del Morro is a beacon of Puerto Rico’s rich historical legacy and architectural brilliance. Its imposing structure, fascinating history, and breathtaking views …

Originally constructed by the Spanish in the 16th century, El Morro was designed to protect the strategic port of San Juan from invaders, particularly pirates and other naval threats.

A representative landmark of Puerto Rico’s colonial legacy, the Castillo San Felipe del Morro, or El Morro for short, is an impressive citadel that sits at the very top of Old San Juan.

Castillo San Felipe del Morro ("The Promontory Castle of Saint Philip"), or El Morro ("The Promontory"), is a colonial fort built by the Spanish in America. It was commissioned by King …