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Faro Cabo de Hornos

37PJ2QPH+HM

Name and Location

Faro Cabo de Hornos: The Lighthouse at the Tip of South America Located at 37PJ2QPH+HM, on the southernmost tip of Chilean Patagonia.

Construction and History

The Faro Cabo de Hornos has been guiding mariners and explorers through the treacherous waters of Cape Horn since its construction in [year of construction].

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is designed in a [architectural style] style, with a [construction materials] tower reaching a height of [height] meters.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse features a characteristic light pattern of [light characteristic], automated since [year of automation]. Prior to automation, the light was operated manually by a team of lighthouse keepers. The focal height of the light source is [focal height], emitting a beam that can be seen for [light range] kilometers.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although the Faro Cabo de Hornos is no longer an active aid to navigation, it has been converted into a museum and tourist attraction. Visitors can access the site through [public accessibility information].

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands amidst the rugged beauty of Tierra del Fuego National Park, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Steeped in local folklore and unique anecdotes, including tales of shipwrecks and notable visits.

Technical and Operational Details

Further Information

For more information, please refer to [references for further reading].

Details

NameFaro Cabo de Hornos
City
CountryChile
Coordinates-55.9635495, -67.2208155
Eventsshipwrecks; notable visits
Historic significanceplayed a crucial role in the region's maritime history
Focal height12
Tower height15
Access descriptionhiking trails or guided tours
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the surrounding landscape
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, café, gift shop
Nearby attractions["Cape Horn Monument","End of the World Museum"]
Light characteristic"Fl(3)W.15s"
Light range10
Automatedtrue