Name and Location

The Ilha de Santana Lighthouse is located on the P9HG+R9 Carrapatal, Humberto de Campos, State of Maranhão, Brazil.

Construction and History

The Ilha de Santana Lighthouse was constructed in 1872 during the Imperial Era of Brazil. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 57 meters (187 feet) with a focal plane height of 61 meters (200 feet).

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's white truncated conical masonry tower is a striking feature of the surrounding landscape.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a characteristic light pattern, Al.LFl (Alternating Light Flashing), which flashes every 51 seconds. The light has a range of 31 nautical miles (57 kilometers) for white lights and 25 nautical miles (46 kilometers) for red lights.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Ilha de Santana Lighthouse is not open to the public for visitation purposes. The site is managed by the Brazilian Navy (Marinha do Brasil) and is primarily used for maintenance and preservation purposes.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands on a picturesque island surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, with a diverse marine ecosystem and rich cultural heritage.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no specific local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for this lighthouse. However, its historical significance as an aid to navigation is well-documented.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is equipped with an AIS (Automatic Identification System) transponder, which broadcasts its position and other relevant information to nearby vessels.

Further Information

Refer to Brazilian nautical charts for more detailed information on the Ilha de Santana Lighthouse's location and characteristics.