 Under the administration of the Army, the structure is permanently open to visitors, harbouring a Museum of Military History, which highlights the collection of historical uniforms of the garrison, and the sample of the historical evolution of Army uniforms.Fortaleza de Santa Teresa which was declared a National Historic Monument by Law on December 26, 1927 has rich history of battles.It lies within the Parque Nacional de Santa Teresa 36 kilometres to the south.