You might be free to visit today, but Castillo de Salgar hasn't always been so welcoming! Find out the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

This history-filled fortress is one of the top free attractions in Sabanilla Montecarmelo. If you're eager to sightsee beyond Castillo de Salgar, also stop by Buenavista Commercial Center, Romelio Martinez Stadium and Venezuela Park.

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Centro Historico

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Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Barranquilla (BAQ)

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In the room, the air conditioning would turn off automatically, and the internet almost never worked. The doors on the nightstand and closet didn't close properly. There were ants. There was no hot water.

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