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Fortaleza de São José

Built as Macapá's defense against a river attack in 1764, the star-shaped Fortaleza de São José is one of Amazon's most remarkable structures. Filled with greenery and fabulous Amazon River views, and surrounded by parklands, it's a wonderful place to wander.

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