# Sao Marcelo Fort

Salvador, Brazil

A circular stone sea fort rising from a reef in the Bay of All Saints, the only cylindrical fortress in Brazil. Built in the early 17th century, it guarded the harbor of the colonial capital and once held rebel prisoners.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Sao Marcelo Fort, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: -12.9717, -38.5176

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