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São Sebastião Lighthouse

5HCP+QR São Sebastião, SP, Brazil

Name and Location

The São Sebastião Lighthouse is located in the coastal town of São Sebastião, Brazil, at coordinates -23.8280406° S, -45.4129174° W.

Construction and History

The exact construction year of the lighthouse is unavailable, but based on its design and architecture, it is believed to date back to the mid-19th century.

Architecture and Materials

No information available regarding the architecture and materials used in the construction of the São Sebastião Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a green light with a range of 9 nautical miles (17 kilometers) and a characteristic Fl (flashing) with a period of 10 seconds. Its operation is automated, ensuring continuous support to navigation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, the exact status of public accessibility is unclear. Visitors may need to arrange guided tours or contact local authorities for information on visiting hours and entrance fees.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, with the city of S��o Sebastião providing a picturesque backdrop. Situated on the coast, the lighthouse is surrounded by the sounds and sights of the ocean, making it an integral part of the local marine environment.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable anecdotes or folklore available regarding the São Sebastião Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The structure stands at a height of 16 meters, with a focal height of 10 meters above sea level.

Further Information

For further information on the São Sebastião Lighthouse, please consult the GeoJSON dataset reference and local maritime authority documentation.

Details

NameSão Sebastião Lighthouse
CitySão Sebastião
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-23.8280406, -45.4129174
Focal height10
Tower height16
Access descriptionGuided tours or contact local authorities for information on visiting hours and entrance fees
Landscape typecoastal
View descriptionBreathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, with the city of São Sebastião providing a picturesque backdrop
Guided tourstrue
Light characteristicFl (flashing) with a period of 10 seconds
Light range9
Automatedtrue