The Galeón Andalucía sailed into Portsmouth on Thursday with people getting a chance to explore the ship between this weekend. It is currently on a grand tour of Europe where she will stop at other ports in the UK, Spain, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Operator Fundación Nao Victoria said: “The Galeón Andalucía is a unique replica of the Spanish galleons that departed from the Andalusian coasts and, between the 16th and 18th centuries, sailed the Atlantic, navigated the Caribbean and American coasts, and covered the vast Pacific route, connecting and communicating the world.
"It is an impressive 55-meter-long ship with six decks, made from iroko and pine wood, and nearly 1,000 square meters of sail area across its seven sails. It was built in Punta Umbría (Huelva) with meticulous historical accuracy.”
Find fascinating pictures of the ship below:
13. Galeón Andalucía
People have the chance to visit the ship at Gunwharf between Thursday, July 31 and Sunday, August 3. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-7875) Photo: Sarah Standing
14. Galeón Andalucía
A replica of a warship used by the Spanish empire between the 16th and 18th centuries is docked at Gunwharf Quays Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1385) Photo: Sarah Standing
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People are able to explore the deck. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-7865) Photo: Sarah Standing
16. Galeón Andalucía
The ship has some skeletons in the closet. Picture: Sarah Standing (010825-1373) Photo: Sarah Standing