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Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse

3VRF+JX, Nova Viçosa - State of Bahia, Brazil

Name and Location

The Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse is located in Nova Viçosa, State of Bahia, Brazil.

Construction and History

The Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse was built between 1875 and 1883. The exact date is not certain, but it is believed to have been constructed during this period due to its architectural style and historical records. The lighthouse stands approximately 46 meters (151 feet) tall.

Architecture and Materials

The Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse's architecture reflects the Victorian-era style prevalent in Brazil during that time. Its red color is believed to be a distinguishing feature, serving as a visual aid for mariners at sea.

Light and Navigation

According to historical records and nautical charts, the lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 13 kilometers (8.1 miles). The light characteristic is marked by a flash every 15 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, the Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse is not open to the public for visitation purposes. Due to its remote location and potential safety concerns, it is recommended to admire this magnificent structure from a distance.

Notable Views and Landscape

From afar, the Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse appears as a striking red structure standing tall against the surrounding landscape. The views from its base are breathtaking, with the lush Brazilian flora stretching out towards the horizon.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The Coroa Vermelha Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, functioning as a beacon for mariners in the region. Its current status is that of an automated lighthouse, with no on-site personnel or manual operation.

Further Information

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Details

NameCoroa Vermelha Lighthouse
City
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-17.9673249, -39.2079933
Year of construction1875, 1883
Architectural styleVictorian-era style
Construction materialmasonry
Tower height46
Heritage statustrue
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typecoastal area
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Brazilian flora
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range8.1
Automatedtrue