Name and Location

The Faro di Capo Circeo is a historic lighthouse located on the southern coast of Italy, situated in the municipality of San Felice Circeo, Province of Latina.

2. Construction and History

The Faro di Capo Circeo was built in the early 20th century to serve as a vital aid to navigation for mariners traveling along the Tyrrhenian Sea. Its strategic location helps guide vessels safely through the Mediterranean, particularly during periods of poor visibility or inclement weather.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a traditional cylindrical design with a white tower and a distinctive red lantern room. The structure is made of concrete and measures approximately 23 meters (75 feet) in height.

4. Light and Navigation

The Faro di Capo Circeo emits a beam of white light, characterized by a sequence of 0.2 seconds on and 4.8 seconds off. It has a nominal range of approximately 23 nautical miles (43 kilometers), with a sector end at 107° and a sector start at 263°, indicating the direction in which the beam shines.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

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6. Notable Views and Landscape

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7. Anecdotes and Folklore

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8. Technical and Operational Details

The Faro di Capo Circeo is classified as a major light station, with an MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number of 992471035. It also serves as an AIS (Automatic Identification System) radio station.

9. Further Information

The lighthouse has been featured in articles on Wikipedia (Italian: it:Faro di Capo Circeo) and Wikidata (Q259658). Its geographic coordinates are 13.0685641° E, 41.2223373° N.