Attractions Fortaleza de Isabel

In 1849 work began on the Fortress of Isabel II, built on the peninsula of La Mola in the port of Mahon (Menorca), with three objectives: to defend the port, provide the basis for all operations of the Army and provide a stronghold of security, ultimately, to the Army.

Its construction was completed in 1875, but it was outdated even before it opened because of developments in the technology of artillery. In 1896, they started a second phase in which batteries were installed and a canyon about 40. km wide

The fortress was never attacked.

The Fortress of Isabel II and Fortaleza de la Mola is a military complex located on a peninsula at the entrance to the port of Mahon, Menorca.

Its name comes from Queen Isabella II of

Spain

, that she had built in the mid-nineteenth century. In front of this fortress, is the Castillo de San Felipe, which protects the entrance to the port.