Fort Culion is a citadel built in 1740 during the Spanish-era in the Philippines. The Recollect Augustinians constructed the fort to defend themselves from Muslim invaders. The structure was built of stone, square-shaped, and with four bastions.[1][2]

Fort Culion
Fort's layout
Map
General information
Town or cityCulion, Palawan
CountryPhilippines
Coordinates11°53′32.521″N 120°1′27.869″E / 11.89236694°N 120.02440806°E / 11.89236694; 120.02440806
Completed1740
DesignationsNational Historical Landmark
National Historical Commission of the Philippines historical marker

In 1930, the Jesuits used the coral stones used on the fort to build the walls of the Immaculate Conception Parish Church, also known as Culion Church.[3] The fort, now in ruins, currently serves as a lighthouse. Its canons are still visible[4]

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines declared the fort as a historical landmark in 1939.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "CULION: TOURS AND ATTRACTIONS". Palawan Island. 2018-05-29. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
  2. ^ a b "Fort Culion | Registry". Retrieved 2024-04-18.
  3. ^ Añes - de la Cruz, Johanna (June 19, 2022). "Palawan's "Island of No Return" Is a Hidden Gem That's Worth a Visit". spot.ph. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
  4. ^ Co, Alina (2013-02-21). "Culion: The unconventional tourist destination". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2024-04-18.