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MindeloLighthouse

V43M+3C4, Mindelo, Cabo Verde

Name and Location

The Mindelo Lighthouse, located in V43M+3C4, Mindelo, Cabo Verde, has been a guiding beacon for centuries. Its coordinates are 16.852233° N, -24.8665644° W.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction is not specified, but this historic lighthouse has stood tall for centuries, serving as a navigational aid for ships and boats in the Atlantic Ocean.

Architecture and Materials

The architectural style and construction materials of the Mindelo Lighthouse are unknown.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse remains an active navigational aid, guiding vessels through the waters off the coast of Cabo Verde. However, details on light range, light characteristic, and AIS or radar installation are not available.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, the lighthouse is not open to visitors due to its remote location and possibly restricted access, making it difficult to visit.

Notable Views and Landscape

Anecdotes and Folklore

There are no documented stories or local folklore about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is manually operated (exact details unknown), but it still functions for navigation purposes. However, details on nautical chart references, managing authority, and references for further reading are limited.

Further Information

Visitors can explore the town of Mindelo, which offers a range of cultural and natural attractions, including the historic center, beaches, and nearby islands.

Details

NameMindeloLighthouse
CityMindelo
CountryCaboverde
Coordinates16.852233, -24.8665644
Year of construction
Events
Historic significance
Keeper stories
Stories
Construction materialUnknown
Focal height
Tower height
Landscape typeSceniclandscapecharacterizedbyrockycliffs,sandybeaches,andlushvegetation
View descriptionFromitsvantagepoint,theMindeloLighthouseoverlooksthesparklingwatersoftheAtlanticOcean,surroundedbytheruggedcoastlineandpicturesquetownofMindelo.
FacilitiesLimitedtobasicamenities,ifany
Light characteristic
Light rangeN/A