Fort Beekenburg

Netherlands Antilles / Curacao / Montaca Rey /
 fortification, historic landmark
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This Fort was named after Director van Beek, who designed Willemstad.The Fort, built in 1703, fought off pirates as well as both the English and French invasions throughout the 18th Century.The Tower and Fort are in a well preserved state.
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Coordinates:   12°4'20"N   68°51'42"W
This article was last modified 16 years ago