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Faro Mocha Weste

Faro Mocha Weste, Las Torrecillas, Lebu, Provincia de Arauco, Biobio Region, Chile

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Faro Mocha Weste

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History

The Faro Mocha Weste is a historic lighthouse located in Lebu, Chile.

  • Its construction began in 1960 and was completed in 1962.

Architecture

The tower height of the Faro Mocha Weste stands at 30 meters (98 feet).

The focal height, which indicates the maximum distance from the base of the tower that a light can be seen, is reportedly 15 meters (49 feet).

Light Characteristics

The lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 15 nautical miles.

The light's pattern and period are characterized by a Fl (flash) sequence, with a sector start angle of 21 degrees and an end angle of 159 degrees.

Architectural Materials

The Faro Mocha Weste is constructed from concrete materials.

Current Status

The lighthouse remains active, although its automated status is unclear.

It is not currently used as a museum or tourist attraction.

Location and Accessibility

Faro Mocha Weste is situated in Lebu, Chile, at the address Las Torrecillas, Provincia de Arauco, Biobio Region.

The town of Lebu is accessible by car or public transportation.

Heritage Status

The Faro Mocha Weste has been designated as a notable landmark in its region.

Notable Historical Events

No specific historical events are reported for the Faro Mocha Weste.

Details

NameFaro Mocha Weste
CityLebu
CountryChile
Coordinates-38.37071, -73.94921
Current useactive navigation