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Salamina

Salamina, Santiago do Iguape, Cachoeira, Região Geográfica Imediata de Cruz das Almas, Região Geográfica Intermediária de Santo Antônio de Jesus, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil

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Salamina Lighthouse

The Salamina Lighthouse is situated on the coast of Brazil, at coordinates -12.7989837, -38.8553848. The nearest town is Cachoeira, which can be accessed by road or public transportation.

Location and Accessibility

  • The Salamina Lighthouse is situated on the coast of Brazil, at coordinates -12.7989837, -38.8553848.
  • The nearest town is Cachoeira, which can be accessed by road or public transportation.

History

The construction of the Salamina Lighthouse is believed to date from an unspecified year. The lighthouse has been in operation for a significant period and has played an important role in maritime navigation.

Architecture

The Salamina Lighthouse features a white round tower with a red band on its square masonry base, standing at 16 meters tall. The tower's design is characteristic of traditional lighthouses.

Light Characteristics

The lighthouse emits a red light with a range of 6 nautical miles and a period of 5 seconds. The light pattern is a Fl (flash) signal.

Current Status

The Salamina Lighthouse is currently active, although its status may be subject to change. No information is available on whether the lighthouse has been automated or converted into a museum.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage designation is mentioned for the Salamina Lighthouse in the provided data.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are documented for the Salamina Lighthouse in the available sources.

Details

NameSalamina
CityCachoeira
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-12.798984, -38.855385
Current useactive navigation