Real Felipe Fortress
The Real Felipe Fortress was built to defend the main Peruvian port and the city of Lima from pirates and corsairs during colonial times. The fortress was pivotal in the 1826 naval battle between a Spanish fleet sent to South America to "reclaim" its colonies and land batteries in the coast of Peru. The Real Felipe Fortress is currently the Peruvian Army Museum, displaying historical uniforms, weapons and other military paraphernalia.
| Real Felipe Fortress National Monument | |
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Frontal view of the Real Felipe Fortress | |
| Location | Central part of the bay of Callao, Peru |
| Coordinates | 12°3′46″S 77°8′57″W |
| Area | 70,000 m² |
| Built | 1747–1774 and 1776–1811 |
| Governing body | Peru's Army |
Location of Real Felipe Fortress National Monument in Peru | |
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