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Red Buses Drive to the Bastion: Castillo de San Carlos Becomes Part of the Sightseeing Route

The History of Castillo de San Carlos in Palma

Castillo de San Carlos in Palma dates back to the early 1600s and later grew into a coastal fortress.

Published: April 22, 2026
Red Buses Drive to the Bastion: Castillo de San Carlos Becomes Part of the Sightseeing Route

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How old is Castillo de San Carlos in Palma?

The site’s history goes back to the early 17th century, when a tower was built on the remains of an earlier lighthouse. Bastions were added later, and a coastal battery was built in the 19th century. That layered history is part of what makes the fortress interesting to visit in Mallorca today.

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