Isla Concepci�n Region
Isla Concepción is a small island located about 80 kms from mainland Martazuela. The island is the smallest region in the country but is the oldest. Due to its strategic location off the coast the Spanish were able to build a fort here to defend their territory. Not only was the island a defense base but it was also where the Spaniards first landed. Located on the islands southern coast is the historic town of Fuerte de las Americas(Fort of the Americas) This town is the oldest in the country and is famous for its walled old town which was formerly the fort. The town's history,architecture and laid back atmosphere make the town and the island an extremely popular tourist destination. In addition to the town tourists also come to the island for the pristine white beaches and lush jungle.
The regional flag depicts the Spaniards coming to the island.
Location of Isla Concepcion within Martazuela.
Isla Concepción and the town of Fuerte de las Americas. As you can see due to the island's small size a large majority of the island is taken up by the town.
The walled old town.
The Port.
The walls.
The Museo Colonial. Beside the museum(the right side) are the ruins of the island's original fort which was built in 1770. The museum itself was built as the headquarters for the Spanish Trading Company.
The ruins of a section of the original fort.
Although the Spanish were thought to have been the first on the island they were not. Soon after their arrival a group of native temples were discovered in the jungle. It is believed that they were built by an ancient tribe who lived on the island at one point.
The Fuerte de las Americas tram system.
Catedral Españoles located in Plaza España.
Mercado de Pescador(Fisherman's Market) also located in Plaza España
A tourist resort. Since tourism is one of the region's main industries countless resorts and hotels have popped up around the island.
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