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Ponta do Forte

Porto Cotegipe

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Ponta do Forte Lighthouse

The Ponta do Forte lighthouse is located on the coast of Brazil and has been an important aid to navigation since its construction.

History

  • The lighthouse features a white round concrete tower, 20 meters in height. The structure was built using traditional materials and design principles.
  • The light source emits a white beam with a range of 8 nautical miles. The light is characterized by a distinctive pattern, marked by the Fl signal, and has a period of 5 seconds between flashes.

Current Status

The Ponta do Forte lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated in some capacity.

Location and Accessibility

  • The lighthouse is situated at Porto Cotegipe, Salvador, Brazil. Visitors can access the location by car or public transportation.

Heritage Status

The Ponta do Forte lighthouse has been recognized for its historical significance and cultural importance.

Notable Historical Events

  • No notable events are recorded for this lighthouse.

Architecture

The lighthouse features a white round concrete tower, 20 meters in height. The structure was built using traditional materials and design principles.

Light Characteristics

The light source emits a white beam with a range of 8 nautical miles. The light is characterized by a distinctive pattern, marked by the Fl signal, and has a period of 5 seconds between flashes.

History

The Ponta do Forte lighthouse is located on the coast of Brazil and has been an important aid to navigation since its construction.

Ponta do Forte Lighthouse

The Ponta do Forte lighthouse is located on the coast of Brazil and has been an important aid to navigation since its construction.

Details

NamePonta do Forte
CitySalvador
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-12.790247, -38.484978
Current useactive aid to navigation