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Unknown Lighthouse

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Name and Location

The Undefined Lighthouse is a coastal beacon located in San Andres de Tumaco, Narino, Colombia.

Construction and History

The exact date of its construction is unknown, but it is believed to be from the early 20th century. The lighthouse's history is not well-documented, and there are no recorded significant historical events or local folklore associated with it.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an elevation of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) above sea level. Its architecture style is not well-documented, but it appears to be a simple, cylindrical structure with a white tower and a red lantern room.

Light and Navigation

The height of the lighthouse tower is around 20-25 meters (66-82 feet), with a focal height of approximately 35-40 meters (115-131 feet) above sea level. This allows its light to reach out over the surrounding waters, guiding mariners safely into port. The lighthouse's light characteristic is unknown, but it likely follows the standard International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) pattern for a major light.

Accessibility and Visiting

The current operational status of the lighthouse is unknown. However, it appears to be an automated lighthouse, with no records of manual operation in recent years. The public may access the surrounding area, but information on guided tours or visitor facilities is not available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surroundings of the lighthouse offer a scenic view of the coastal landscape and the Pacific Ocean. The area is characterized by rocky shores, sandy beaches, and lush vegetation.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no notable photos or gallery mentions for this lighthouse, as its existence is only confirmed through GeoJSON data and address components. There are also no recorded significant historical events or local folklore associated with the lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's coordinates are approximately -78.5633392° longitude and 1.7077172° latitude. A map link can be found here: unknown.

Further Information

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Details

NameUnknown Lighthouse
CitySan Andres de Tumaco
CountryColombia
Coordinates1.7077172, -78.5633392
Focal height37.5
Tower height20.5
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeCoastal region with rocky shores, sandy beaches, and lush vegetation
View descriptionScenic view of the coastal landscape and the Pacific Ocean.
Light characteristic"Fl(3)W.15s"
Automatedtrue