Faro Querandí
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Name and Location
The Faro Querandí, also known as the Querandi Lighthouse, is a significant landmark located in Villa Gesell Partido, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
Construction and History
The Faro Querandí was built in 1916 during the construction era of modernization in Argentina. The lighthouse stands at a height of 65 meters (213 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of 54 meters (177 feet).
Architecture and Materials
No information available.
Light and Navigation
The Faro Querandí's light characteristic is a group flashing white light every 26 seconds, with a range of approximately 18 kilometers (11 miles). The lighthouse was automated in the early 1990s to reduce maintenance costs and improve safety.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse's viewing platform and admire the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The nearest town is Villa Gesell, which offers accommodation options for travelers.
Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse stands along the coastline, offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The surrounding landscape is characterized by sandy beaches, dunes, and native vegetation.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No information available.
Technical and Operational Details
No information available.
Further Information
- For more information on the Faro Querandí and its history, please refer to:
- * Wikipedia: "Faro Querandí" (es)
- * OpenStreetMap: "way/496778067"
The Faro Querandí is managed by the Argentine Navy. For navigation purposes, consult nautical charts G 0910 and A-1.
Details
Name | Faro Querandí |
---|---|
City | Villa Gesell |
Country | Argentina |
Coordinates | -37.464311, -57.1116083 |
Year of construction | 1916 |
Stories | Faro Querandí has been featured in various photo galleries and articles |
Focal height | 54 |
Tower height | 65 |
Heritage status | true |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | coastline with sandy beaches, dunes, and native vegetation |
View description | breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, sandy beaches, dunes, and native vegetation |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | toilets, cafe, gift shop |
Nearby attractions | ["Villa Gesell Partido"] |
AIS Radar | false |
Light characteristic | "group flashing white light every 26 seconds" |
Light range | 11 |
Automated | true |