Solano Castle is located in the San Esteban National Park, South of Puerto Cabello, in Carabobo, Venezuela. It is a military castle built in 1766 by order of governor of Venezuela, Don José Solano y Bote. It was constructed in the area referred to as Cresta de Vigía (or "lookout crest") and was intended to protect the city and harbour from naval attacks. During the Venezuelan War of Independence Solano Castle saw a great deal of military activity. Image:Fortín Solano.jpg|thumb|350px|Solano Castle in Puerto Cabello San Esteban National Park also protects other historical areas including "The Way of the Spanish," a path between Puerto Cabello and Valencia, and its arched bridge; the town of San Esteban; the home of national hero Bartolomé Salom; the "Indian Salt Way" between Patanemo and Guacara; and the petroglyphs of Tronoconero's "Painted Stone."

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