Name and Location

The Faro Cabo Domingo lighthouse is located at the southernmost tip of Argentina, situated at Cabo Domingo, RN3, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. Its precise coordinates are -53.6872882° latitude and -67.8475931° longitude.

Construction and History

The Faro Cabo Domingo was constructed in 1920 as a historic lighthouse guiding mariners through the treacherous waters of Tierra del Fuego. Initially, it was manually operated before being automated in the mid-20th century to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.

Architecture and Materials

Designed in a traditional style, the Faro Cabo Domingo is a sturdy concrete structure standing 25 meters (82 feet) tall, with a focal height of 21 meters (69 feet). Its architectural design is characteristic of lighthouses built during the early 20th century, featuring a distinctive red and white striped pattern.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a Fl(3)W.15s light signal, consisting of three flashes of white light every 15 seconds. This distinctive pattern serves as a beacon for mariners navigating the Beagle Channel.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although the lighthouse is not open to the public for visitor access, its location offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the Beagle Channel. Visitors can reach the site by taking a scenic drive along RN3 from Río Grande or exploring the nearby Estancia Las Violetas nature reserve.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse is situated amidst a rugged landscape of glaciers, mountains, and forests. The Beagle Channel, known for its strong currents and unpredictable weather conditions, requires the guidance of Faro Cabo Domingo to ensure safe passage for mariners.

Further Information

For further reading, visit the Wikipedia page on Faro Cabo Domingo (in Spanish) at https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faro_Cabo_Domingo">es:Faro Cabo Domingo.