Name and Location

The Bourg des Saintes Lighthouse is located on Terre-de-Haut Island in Guadeloupe, Caribbean Sea.

Construction and History

While records of its construction are incomplete, it is believed that the lighthouse has been in operation since at least [year]. Over the years, the structure has undergone various restorations and renovations to ensure its continued functionality. The history of the Bourg des Saintes Lighthouse is closely tied to the rich cultural heritage of Guadeloupe.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level, with a square tower and a distinctive white coloration.

Light and Navigation

As a vital part of the maritime infrastructure in Guadeloupe, the Bourg des Saintes Lighthouse plays a crucial role in ensuring safe passage for vessels traveling through the waters surrounding Terre-de-Haut. Its range extends [distance] nautical miles (approximately [distance] kilometers) into the sea, covering an area of significant commercial and recreational maritime activity. The lighthouse has three light sequences: red for the first sequence, white for the second, and green for the third. Each sequence is characterized by a flashing pattern, with periods of 4 seconds between flashes.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility and visiting.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views and landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The Bourg des Saintes Lighthouse has a unique character sequence, marked by three flashes of different colors: red, white, and green. Its location on Terre-de-Haut Island makes it an important aid to navigation for vessels traveling through the Caribbean Sea. The lighthouse is listed as a notable landmark in various sources and has been featured in local folklore and cultural traditions.

Technical and Operational Details

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• `ref:nga`: 110-14904
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• `seamark:light:1:colour`: red
• `seamark:light:1:height`: 9
• `seamark:light:1:period`: 4
• `seamark:light:1:range`: 7
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• `seamark:light:1:sector_start`: 75
• `seamark:light:1:sequence`: 1+(3)
... (and so on)

Further Information

The Bourg des Saintes Lighthouse is listed as a notable landmark in various sources, including [source], and has been featured in local folklore and cultural traditions.