Fort Orange (Bonaire)
Fort Orange (Dutch: Fort Oranje) is a military fortification in Kralendijk, Bonaire. Originally built in 1639 as a nameless fort by the Dutch West India Company, it is the oldest structure on the island of Bonaire. The fort has never been used for its intended purpose. In 1816, it was rebuilt and named Fort Orange. The current lighthouse was built in 1932.
| Fort Orange | |
|---|---|
Fort Oranje | |
| Kralendijk, Bonaire | |
Fort Orange Fort Orange | |
| Coordinates | 12.14883°N 68.27674°W |
| Type | Fortification |
| Area | 0.308 hectares (0.76 acres) |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Bonaire |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1639 (original) 1816 (current building) |
| Materials | Stone |
| Battles/wars | None |
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