Morro Branco Lighthouse

The Morro Branco lighthouse is situated on the western end of the Porto Grande Bay, 4 km west of the city centre of Mindelo, on the island of São Vicente in Cape Verde.

History

A low mountain with military installations built on it in the 1920s.

Architecture and Construction

The lighthouse has a white square concrete tower. Its construction year is not specified in available data.

Light Characteristics

• Pattern: Fl
• Range: 24 nautical miles
• Colour: White
• Height: 107 meters (from the ground to the optic)
• Period: 60 seconds

Current Status

The lighthouse is reportedly no longer active.

Heritage Status

No information is available regarding any heritage designations for this structure.