Military Museum (Fortress of Montjuïc)

The military museum is located in the fortress of Montjuïc, which is an ancient fortified structure, the foundation of which dates back to the middle of the XVII century. It is located on the mountain of the same name. Until 1960, it was used as a military prison.

Since June 1963, by order of Francisco Franco, the Military Museum has been located here. In October 1940, the head of the Catalan government, Luis Kompanis, was shot. By the way, the modern appearance of the majestic fortress acquired at the end of the XVIII century, as by order of King Philip V was destroyed at the beginning of the XVII century.

The museum exhibits a rich collection of ancient and modern weapons, miniature models of castles and soldiers from different countries, samples of military uniforms and old maps.