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MalaboLighthouse

QQ8M+563, Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

Name and Location

The Malabo Lighthouse, located in the Área Presidencial neighborhood of Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, serves as a beacon for mariners and a symbol of the country's rich maritime heritage. Its official name is QQ8M+563.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the year of construction for this lighthouse is unknown. However, its location and architecture suggest it dates back to the early 20th century or possibly earlier. The lighthouse has been decommissioned and now serves as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the country's maritime heritage.

Architecture and Materials

The Malabo Lighthouse's architectural style is unclear due to a lack of information. However, its design appears to be a mix of traditional and modern elements. The materials used in its construction are also unknown.

Light and Navigation

As the lighthouse has been decommissioned, it does not emit a light signal. If active, its light range would likely be significant due to its location in the capital city. Unfortunately, there is no available information on its light characteristic (pattern).

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Malabo Lighthouse museum and explore its exhibits. The lighthouse is located in the heart of the city, making it easily accessible by foot or public transportation.

Notable Views and Landscape

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes associated with the Malabo Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was likely manually operated during its active years. However, as it has been decommissioned, any automation processes are no longer in place.

Further Information

Note: This article is based on limited available data and may not be comprehensive._

Details

NameMalaboLighthouse
CityMalabo
CountryEquatorialguinea
Coordinates3.7651203, 8.7833312
Year of constructionunknown
Eventsnone
Historic significancemaritimeheritage
Keeper storiesnone
Storiesmuseumexhibits
Architectural styleunclear
Construction materialunknown
Focal heightunknown
Tower heightunknown
Renovationsnone
Landscape typeurbaninfrastructure
View descriptionstunningviewsofthecityandcoastline
Facilitiesunknown
Light characteristicunknown
Light rangeunknown