Spanish Colonial Fortifications of the Philippines

Spanish Colonial Fortifications of the Philippines is part of the Tentative List in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List.

Click here for a short description of the site, as delivered by the State Party


Year Decision Comments
2006 Tentative list Submitted as tentative site by State Party


Reviews

Kyle Magnuson (United States of America):
Following along the Baroque Churches path of inscription, these Spanish fortifications are important legacies of the Philippines colonial past. Nevertheless, there are numerous better examples of Spanish fortifications throughout Spain's old empire. I enjoyed my visit to Fuerza De Santa Isabel in Taytay, Palawan. The site is beautifully located on the coast. The fortress dates from 1667, and was used primarily to repel pirates. This is a serial nomination of 4-5 fortresses spread around the Philippines. Perhaps 15 years ago this nomination would have been inscribed, but now there are numerous Spanish colonial WHS.
Date posted: June 2011

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