ElDjamilaLighthouse
QVXW+PWQ, Aïn Benian, Algeria
Name and Location
El Djamila Lighthouse Located in Ain Benian, Algeria
Construction and History
The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the French colonial period. The lighthouse stands at a height of unknown meters above sea level, with a focal height of unknown meters. Its design was crafted by local architects and engineers.
Architecture and Materials
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Light and Navigation
As a vital aid to navigation, the El Djamila Lighthouse has helped guide ships through the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean Sea. With its powerful beam, it has warned mariners of potential dangers, such as rocky coastlines and strong currents.
Accessibility and Visiting
Today, the lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its original purpose has been largely superseded by modern technology. Visitors can still access the site, but the lighthouse itself is not open to the public. To reach El Djamila Lighthouse, follow unknown.
Notable Views and Landscape
The surrounding area offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Anecdotes and Folklore
Locals claim to have seen ghostly apparitions and heard strange noises emanating from the structure. While these tales are likely exaggerated, they add to the lighthouse's mystique. One notable event occurred when a unknown shipwrecked nearby in unknown. The lighthouse played a crucial role in rescuing survivors and guiding salvage efforts.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse relies on a combination of electronic and mechanical systems, including AIS (Automatic Identification System) and radar installations to ensure safe passage for ships. Automation has also been implemented.
Further Information
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Details
Name | ElDjamilaLighthouse |
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City | AïnBenian |
Country | Algeria |
Coordinates | 36.7992976, 2.8973694 |
Year of construction | Unknown,believedtobeduringtheFrenchcolonialperiod. |
Events | Significanthistoricalevent:a[insertsignificanthistoricalevent]shipwreckednearbyin[insertyear]. |
Historic significance | Recognizedforitshistoricalsignificanceandculturalimportance,earninga[insertheritagestatus]designation. |
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Architectural style | [insertarchitecturalstyle] |
Construction material | |
Focal height | [insertfocalheight]meters |
Tower height | [insertheight]meters |
Landscape type | |
View description | StunningviewsoftheMediterraneanSea |
Facilities | [insertfacilities] |
Light characteristic | |
Light range |