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Princess Caroline's Battery
Upper rock nature reserve
10 min
Princess Caroline’s Battery was constructed in 1732 as a artillery battery, named after the third daughter of King George II.
In 1871, the battery featured a 9-inch rifled muzzle loading gun, with an Elswick Ordnance Company carriage and platform. In 1905, the battery was refurbished to accommodate a 6-inch Mark VII gun that was installed on top of the magazine.
Today the battery makes a great viewing platform and is home to the Military Heratage Centre, holding items dating back to the 18th century.
Only a pair of steps to access main viewing platform.
The macaques are wild animals and are known to have a precense arround this attraction. As such it is advisable any children are under parental supervision.
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