Royal Citadel Plymouth (Plymouth)

United Kingdom / England / Plymouth
 castle, fortification, English Heritage
The Royal Citadel was the most important English defence for over 100 years with its 70 foot high walls. It was built in 1665 over the earlier Plymouth Fort as a defence against a threatened Dutch invasion. It has been regularly strengthened over the years, particularly during the 1750's when it was equipped with 113 guns, and is still in use today by the military. Guided tours March - September.
English Heritage site.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/royal-ci...
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Citadel,_Plymouth
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Coordinates:   50°21'53"N   4°8'15"W
This article was last modified 11 years ago