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Guará

Guará, Bailique, Macapá, Região Geográfica Imediata de Macapá, Região Geográfica Intermediária de Macapá, Amapá, North Region, Brazil

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Guará (Macapá)
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Guará Lighthouse

The Guará lighthouse is situated on the northern coast of Brazil, marking an important navigational aid for mariners traversing the region's extensive coastline.

History

  • The exact construction year of the lighthouse is not specified in available data.
  • No specific heritage status information is readily available for the Guará lighthouse.
  • Unfortunately, no notable historical events are documented in available data regarding the Guará lighthouse.

Architecture and Construction

The tower height of the Guará lighthouse is 138 meters, while its focal height stands at approximately 44 meters.

The structure features a white square metal framework design, characteristic of many coastal lighthouses in Brazil.

Light Characteristics

The Guará lighthouse emits a Fl (first-order) light with a range of 16 nautical miles and a period of 6 seconds.

Their light color is white.

Current Status

As of the last available data, the Guará lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation.

It operates under automated control systems, ensuring efficient and reliable guidance for mariners.

Location and Accessibility

The Guará lighthouse is located in the town of Bailique, within the state of Macapá, Amapá, Brazil.

The site can be accessed by road or sea, with nearby amenities and services available for visitors.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are documented in available data regarding the Guará lighthouse.

Details

NameGuará
CityMacapá
CountryBrazil
Coordinates1.1880724, -49.89868
Current useactive navigation