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Capo Feto Lighthouse

MG6C+97 Mazara del Vallo, Free municipal consortium of Trapani, Italy

Name and Location

The Capo Feto Lighthouse was located in Mazara del Vallo, Free municipal consortium of Trapani, Italy.

Construction and History

The exact construction era of the Capo Feto Lighthouse is unknown. It's believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century as part of Italy's efforts to improve maritime safety and navigation in the Mediterranean Sea. The lighthouse served as an important aid to mariners, serving as a beacon for ships traversing the waters off Mazara del Vallo.

Architecture and Materials

The Capo Feto Lighthouse was designed in the style of traditional Italian architecture. Its materials are not specified, but it's likely that the structure was built with local stone and brick. The lighthouse stood at an impressive height of 14 meters (45.9 feet), with a focal height of unknown dimensions.

Light and Navigation

The Capo Feto Lighthouse exhibited a light characteristic of "LFl" - a long flash every two minutes, with a range of approximately 11 nautical miles (20.2 kilometers). The light was white in color and had an intensity that could be seen from a distance.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, the Capo Feto Lighthouse is no longer operational due to its destruction in 2018. Visitors can no longer access the structure or enjoy the views it once offered. No information is available regarding any planned restoration or reconstruction efforts.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stood on a rocky promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rugged coastline, sandy beaches, and picturesque towns like Mazara del Vallo.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, there are no technical and operational details available for the Capo Feto Lighthouse as it has been destroyed.

Further Information

As the Capo Feto Lighthouse has been destroyed, it no longer holds any heritage status. However, its historical significance as an aid to navigation and a symbol of Italy's maritime heritage cannot be overstated.

Details

NameCapo Feto Lighthouse
CityMazara del Vallo
CountryItaly
Coordinates37.6609428, 12.520656
Eventsdestroyed on September 4, 2018
Architectural styletraditional Italian
Tower height14
Renovationsdestroyed on September 4, 2018
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptionrocky promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea
Nearby attractionsMazara del Vallo
Light characteristicLFl
Light range11
Automatedfalse