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Farol da Pedra da Galé

Farol da Pedra da Galé, Bombinhas, Região Geográfica Imediata de Itajaí, Região Geográfica Intermediária de Blumenau, Santa Catarina, South Region, Brazil

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Farol da Pedra da Galé

The Farol da Pedra da Galé is a lighthouse located on the coast of Brazil, specifically in Bombinhas, Santa Catarina.

History

  • The Farol da Pedra da Galé's construction dates back to an unspecified time period.

Architecture

The tower's design features a white square concrete structure with black bands, standing at 33 meters tall. The light source is mounted atop the tower and emits a beam with a range of 8 nautical miles. The light's characteristics include a flashing pattern (Fl) and a height of 78 meters above sea level.

Light Characteristics

The Farol da Pedra da Galé features a white light with a specific pattern, reportedly visible from a distance of 8 nautical miles. Its period is set at 10 seconds.

Current Status

The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its status may be subject to change over time.

Location and Accessibility

Located in Bombinhas, Santa Catarina, Brazil, the Farol da Pedra da Galé can be accessed via a specific route. The exact location is marked on various maps.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse's heritage status is not explicitly stated.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

Details

NameFarol da Pedra da Galé
CityBombinhas
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-27.18164, -48.407864
Current useactive navigation