Fort George
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MFQ5+858, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
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Age category 7+
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Monday
09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:30
Thursday
09:00 - 17:30
Friday
09:00 - 17:30
Saturday
09:00 - 17:30
Sunday
09:00 - 17:30
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Description
Fort George is a 19th-century British fortification rising 340 meters above Port of Spain, offering breathtaking views of Paria Bay and Diego Martin.
Built in 1804 as part of a defensive complex, the fort never saw combat, but it has retained its authentic cannons, powder magazine, and barracks remains. Of particular interest is the 1883 signal station, designed by Prince Kofi Nti, which transmitted ship signals to the port.
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