Garitas of Old San Juan
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Where is this garita located? At the Castillo de San Juan Bautista in Santa Cruz de Tenerife or at the Castillo San Felipe del Morro? Learn to distinguish between the original Spanish garitas and the different types of garitas reconstructed by the U.S. Army, and find out where each one is located. Are you curious about the garitas of our Eternal City of the Caribbean? Discover the history of the garitas of San Juan; how they were built, why they were partially demolished, and what their function and construction methods were. Explore the different types of constructions and designs. How many garitas were there and how many remain? The oldest one? Where are there garitas outside of Old San Juan? Additionally, we will observe other curiosities that go unnoticed under the defensive system in the walled city of Old San Juan. Donation of $15 per person. Payment via PayPal, ATH Móvil Meeting point: Plaza Rafael Carrión Fitness Level: Intermediate. (Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours on uneven surfaces.) Information: info@prhbds.org Participation policies and rules.
