Punta Norte Lighthouse
Valdés peninsula, Chubut, Argentina
Name and Location
Punta Norte Lighthouse is located on the Valdés peninsula in Chubut Province, Argentina, at coordinates -42.0754244° S, -63.7726007° W.
2. Construction and History
The exact year of construction for Punta Norte Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century, a period marked by significant maritime development in Argentina.
3. Architecture and Materials
No information available on architecture and materials used in the construction of Punta Norte Lighthouse.
4. Light and Navigation
The lighthouse exhibits a Fl (white flash every 10 seconds) light characteristic, with a range of 14 nautical miles (25.9 kilometers). The height of the lighthouse is 62 meters (203 feet), with a focal height of approximately 14 meters (46 feet) above sea level.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
The lighthouse has been automated, allowing for remote monitoring and operation. Visitors can access the site, but information on opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, and on-site facilities is unavailable at this time.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The Punta Norte Lighthouse offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the Atlantic Ocean. The lighthouse is situated on the Valdés peninsula, known for its rugged coastline, scenic beaches, and diverse wildlife.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
No notable stories or anecdotes about former keepers are available at this time.
8. Technical and Operational Details
The managing authority for the lighthouse is unknown at this time. The lighthouse has been automated, allowing for remote monitoring and operation.
9. Further Information
For further reading on maritime history, lighthouses, or the Valdés peninsula, please refer to the following sources: [Insert relevant references here]
Details
Name | Punta Norte Lighthouse |
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City | |
Country | Argentina |
Coordinates | -42.0754244, -63.7726007 |
Events | no significant historical events recorded specifically for this lighthouse |
Historic significance | important maritime aid to navigation and Argentina's cultural heritage |
Stories | no stories or anecdotes about former keepers are available at this time |
Focal height | 14 |
Tower height | 62 |
Heritage status | true |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rugged coastline, scenic beaches, and diverse wildlife |
View description | breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the Atlantic Ocean |
Guided tours | false |
Nearby attractions | scenic beaches, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities |
Light characteristic | Fl (white flash every 10 seconds) |
Light range | 14 |
Automated | true |