| Castle of Amer | |
|---|---|
| Sant Llorenç des Cardassar, Mallorca | |
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| Coordinates | 39°34′48″N3°23′46″E / 39.58000°N 3.39611°E |
| Type | Fortification |
| Site information | |
| Condition | Protected site |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1693 |
| Materials | Sandstone |
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