# Anhatomirim and the Santa Cruz Fortress

Florianopolis, Brazil

Begun in the 1730s on Anhatomirim Island, this Portuguese fortress was the command post of the bay's colonial defenses. Later a political prison, it now anchors a protected marine area famed for dolphins and restored ramparts.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Anhatomirim and the Santa Cruz Fortress, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: -27.414, -48.58

[City page](/cities/florianopolis)

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