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FaroRecintoPortuarioPrimeraZonaNaval

X9FF+4M Valparaíso, Chile

Name and Location

The Faro Recinto Portuario Primera Zona Naval is a historic lighthouse located in Valparaíso, Chile. The exact coordinates of this maritime beacon are latitude -33.0272294 and longitude -71.6258609.

2. Construction and History

Unfortunately, the year of construction for this lighthouse is not available. However, it has been guiding ships through the busy port since its construction. As a significant monument in Chile's rich maritime heritage, it has been recognized by various organizations.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Faro Recinto Portuario Primera Zona Naval is an example of [construction era not available] design, featuring a distinctive architectural style. Built using local materials such as [construction materials not available], the lighthouse stands at an impressive height meters tall.

4. Light and Navigation

The light itself has a range of [light range not available] nautical miles and a characteristic pattern of [light characteristic not available]. According to records, the light is powered by [light source not available] and has been in operation since its construction.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors interested in exploring this historic site can access the Faro Recinto Portuario Primera Zona Naval through various means. The nearest airport is Valparaíso Airport (VCP), with regular flights connecting major cities throughout Chile and neighboring countries. Public transportation options include buses and taxis, which can be hailed from nearby streets.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Valparaíso's coastline, and the city's vibrant port area.

8. Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, it is not clear whether the Faro Recinto Portuario Primera Zona Naval still functions as an active aid to navigation. Initially [automated or manual not available], its current status is unknown due to lack of information.

9. Further Information

Entrance fee and guided tours are not available. On-site facilities include unknown amenities. The city of Valparaíso is rich in history and culture, offering various points of interest such as local landmarks.

Details

NameFaroRecintoPortuarioPrimeraZonaNaval
CityValparaíso
CountryChile
Coordinates-33.0272294, -71.6258609
Year of constructionunknown
Eventsnoneavailableduetolackofinformation
Historic significanceimportantculturalandhistoricallandmarkinChile
Keeper storiesnoneavailableduetolackofinformation
Storiesunknownaccountsoranecdotesaboutformerlighthousekeepers
Architectural styleunknown
Construction materiallocalmaterialssuchasunknown
Focal heightunknown
Tower heightunknown
Renovationsnoneavailableduetolackofinformation
Landscape typecoastline
View descriptionbreathtakingviewsofthePacificOcean,Valparaíso'scoastline,andthecity'svibrantportarea
Facilitiesunknownamenities
Light characteristicunknown
Light rangeunknownnauticalmiles