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Berta

Avenida Esparta

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Berta (Palmares do Sul)
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Berta Lighthouse

The Berta lighthouse was constructed in 1895 and has been an important aid to navigation on the coast of Brazil ever since its completion.

History

  • The tower stands at a height of 131 meters (430 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of 42 meters (138 feet). The structure is a white quadrangular masonry tower with black bands.
  • The Berta lighthouse emits a Fl (first-order) light that can be seen from a range of 23 nautical miles. The light's period is 10 seconds, and its color is white.

Current Status

The Berta lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated in recent years. Its status as an important navigational aid remains unchanged despite the advent of modern technology.

Location and Accessibility

The Berta lighthouse is located at Avenida Esparta in Palmares do Sul, Brazil. It can be visited by those interested in maritime history and architecture.

Heritage Status

The Berta lighthouse has been recognized for its cultural significance, although no further information is available on this topic.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events have been recorded for the Berta lighthouse.

Details

NameBerta
CityPalmares do Sul
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-30.399755, -50.28967
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessibletrue