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Visit http://voyage.tv/ for the best HD travel videos in the world. Brimstone Hill Fortress is located on the historic island of St. Kitts in the Caribbean. It is one of the most extensive military fortifications in the Americas. In 1623 the British arrived here, establishing the first permanent settlement on the island. The French additionally settled here, and throughout the 18th century the island became increasingly profitable. Naturally, with this profit also came a colonial rivalry between the various European powers that occupied the land. Once this rivalry became more concentrated, forts became a main feature of the architecture and in 1690 construction began on Brimstone Hill. Taking 100 years to complete, the fort is stunning, crowned by a citadel, an innovative fortification of the 18th century. Join us in exploring this scenic location, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which boasts a serious view of the Caribbean Sea.