Fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra

The fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra is a historically significant structure located near Guanabara Bay on the edge of a cliff. At present, the headquarters of the Brazilian artillery division is located in several premises of the fortress. The fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra was built at the end of the XVI century - in 1584. She served to defend the city. During its existence, the fortress survived more than ten attacks by invaders. It's been rebuilt more than once. The fortification of Santa Cruz da Barra consists of brick and white stone and is about twenty-five feet high. There are several ancient tools that have survived to our time. Among them are guns and cannonballs.

Monthly the fortress is visited by more than three and a half thousand people. Special excursions are organized for visitors. During them, the guide tells about the history of its creation, as well as about the heroes involved in its defense. The tour usually lasts forty-five minutes.