
Historical Figures
San Cristóbal Castle was built between 1573 and 1575 under Governor Juan Álvarez de Fonseca and financed by the Tenerife island council. It became the principal fortress in Santa Cruz's defensive system against attacks from the sea.
Sources
- Ayuntamiento de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Castillos: Castillo de San Cristóbal[↗]