O Santana do Estreito Fort It was built in 1761, according to a project by the Military Engineer José Custódio de Sá e Faria. Being located next to the strait joining the North and South Bays, its function was to protect the Village of Nossa Senhora do Desterro, present-day Florianópolis, from vessels entering the North Bay. Subsequently, this protection was reinforced with the crossing of fires with the Fort of São João, located on the mainland.
A remarkable episode in its history took place in 1893, on the occasion of the Federalist Revolution, when he exchanged fire with the rebel squad. Over time, it underwent various uses and renovations, until its definitive restoration in 1969, which returned it to its original forms.
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In 1938, it was listed as National Historic and Artistic Heritage, housing since 1975 the Museum of Arms of the Military Police of Santa Catarina (Major Lara Ribas Weapons Museum).
what do you see there
Hercilio Luz Bridge: Spectacular view of the city's postcard.
Major Lara Ribas Weapons Museum: (48) 3229-6263
Sunset: The courtyard of the cannons of Forte de Santana is one of the best places to enjoy all the beauty of the sunset on Santa Catarina Island.
Location and access method
The Fort is located on Av. North seaside, under the Hercílio Luz Bridge, in the center of Florianópolis.
Just a few meters away from Rita Maria Bus Station, the Forte can be reached on foot or by car.
Hours of Operation
All year from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 am to 17 pm.
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Admission is free and the fort has its own parking lot.
Written page with information from the Coordination of Fortresses on the Island of Santa Catarina.
http://www.fortalezas.ufsc.br
http://fortalezas.org/index.php?ct=fortaleza&id_fortaleza=16
(48) 3721-8302
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