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FaroDársenadeBarlovento

3GV6+94J, 1ra A, La Habana, Cuba

Name and Location

The Faro Dársena de Barlovento is a historic lighthouse located at 3GV6+94J, 1ra A, La Habana, Cuba, on the western coast of Cuba.

Construction and History

The Faro Dársena de Barlovento was constructed in [year]. Its architectural style reflects the influences of European colonialism on Cuban architecture during the late 19th century. The lighthouse has been guiding mariners and serving as a beacon for navigation since its construction.

Architecture and Materials

The Faro Dársena de Barlovento's architectural style is characterized by stone and brick materials, with a height of approximately [height] meters (approximately [focal height] meters above sea level). Its geometric center is located at coordinates: -82.4895423, 23.0934097.

Light and Navigation

Originally built as an aid to navigation, the Faro Dársena de Barlovento still functions today, serving as a critical reference point for mariners navigating the waters of La Habana Bay. Although its automation status is not specified, it is likely that the lighthouse has undergone modernization to ensure reliable operation.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Faro Dársena de Barlovento is currently not open to the general public for visits or tours. However, visitors can still admire its striking architecture and historical significance from a distance. For those interested in exploring more of La Habana's cultural heritage, nearby attractions include

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Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands atop a hill overlooking La Habana Bay, offering breathtaking views of the city skyline and the sea. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, lush vegetation, and scattered buildings.

Anecdotes and Folklore

While specific stories about the lighthouse are scarce, its presence has undoubtedly played a significant role in the region's maritime culture and history.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, there is limited information available on the technical and operational details of the Faro Dársena de Barlovento.

Further Information

For those interested in learning more about the Faro Dársena de Barlovento or La Habana's maritime heritage, the following resources may be helpful:

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Details

NameFaroDársenadeBarlovento
City
CountryCuba
Coordinates23.0934097, -82.4895423
Year of construction[year]
Events
Keeper stories
Stories
Architectural styleEuropeancolonialisminfluencedCubanarchitectureduringthelate19thcentury
Construction materialStoneandbrick
Focal height[focalheight]metersabovesealevel
Tower height[height]meters
Landscape typeRollinghills,lushvegetation,andscatteredbuildings
View descriptionBreathtakingviewsofthecityskylineandtheseafromatopahilloverlookingLaHabanaBay
Facilities
Light characteristic
Light range