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10 of the Most Beautiful Star Forts in the World!

Swarali Jambhale
Ancient constructions have always left us bewildered, especially the 15th century structures, isn’t it? So, if you fantasize about intriguing structures in the world, these bastion forts will startle you with the perfection of symmetry and planning!

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Palmanova, Italy

The Fortress Town of Palmanova takes pride in being the most ideal shaped town on Earth!

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Fort McHenry, USA

Withstanding 25 hours of continuous bombardment during World War II, Fort McHenry is a National Monument and Historic Shrine!

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Goryōkaku, Japan

This snowflake like bastion fort is Japan’s largest and first-ever Hesperian fort!

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Kastellet, Denmark

You would surely love to visit this most historically evocative sites in the city! It gives a fantastic view!

Citadel Hill, Canada

The National Historic Site of Canada!

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Fort Carré, France

The 16th century fort is proud of being filmed as the villain’s fortress in ‘Never Say Never Again’, a James Bond Film!

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Castle of Good Hope, South Africa

You can rave in this oldest surviving building of South Africa!

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Fort Independence, USA

The 15-acre area is one of the oldest constantly fortified sites!

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Forte dos Cinco Pontas, Brazil

The ‘Five Point Fort’ is a Brazilian Culture Heritage!

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La Citadelle de Québec, Canada

North America’s largest British fortress sits on Quebec city’s highest point! Imagine the view!