Fort Culion Explained

Fort Culion
Location Town:Culion, Palawan
Location Country:Philippines
Coordinates:11.8924°N 120.0244°W
Completion Date:1740
Designations:National Historical Landmark

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]

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.

Notes and References

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