Farol de Preguiças

Location and Accessibility

The Farol de Preguiças is situated on the coast of Brazil, at the address Rua do Salgado, in the town of Barreirinhas.

History

The lighthouse was constructed to serve as a navigational aid for mariners. Its construction year is not specified.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The Farol de Preguiças features a white truncated conical concrete tower with black bands, standing at 115 meters in height. The light itself has a focal height of 46 meters and emits a white beam with a range of 43 nautical miles. The lighthouse is reportedly built using concrete materials.

Current Status

The Farol de Preguiças is currently an active aid to navigation. However, its automation status is not specified.

Heritage Status

The Farol de Preguiças has been designated as a notable landmark in Brazil.

Notable Historical Events

• There are no specific historical events reported for the Farol de Preguiças.