ArchitectureHistory

Forte de S. Roque de Machico

Built during the Philippine dominion, at the mouth of Ribeirinho within the bay of Machico. It was located near the S. Roque parade ground.

In 1695, Pedro de Sousa Maciel was the constable.

Only a few blocks of the walls remain on the beach.

People mentioned in this article

Pedro de Sousa Maciel
Constable

Years mentioned in this article

1695
Pedro de Sousa Maciel serving as constable

Locations mentioned in this article

Machico
Mouth of Ribeirinho, S. Roque parade ground