Santa Cruz Castle

The castle in Santa Cruz de La Palma is called Castillo de La Virgen (Castle of the Virgin Mary).  Visitors to the castle can enjoy a panoramic view of Santa Cruz city and the Atlantic Ocean.

The Canary Island castle was built in the 17th century to guard the city against piracy.  It is a simple fortress defended by a series of cannons.

Castle of the Virgin Mary, Santa Cruz

The Santa Cruz Castle can be found just up the hill from the Naval Museum.

The Naval Museum is located in a replica of a sailing ship that was once used by Christopher Columbus.