Faro di Capo d'Anzio
Via Fanciulla d’Anzio, 10, 00042 Anzio RM, Italy
Name and Location
The Capo d'Anzio Lighthouse is located at the southernmost tip of Italy, in the Lazio region.
2. Construction and History
Built in 1925 by the Italian Navy, the Capo d'Anzio Lighthouse was initially powered by an oil lamp but was converted to electric operation in 1953. It serves as a beacon for vessels navigating the treacherous waters off the coast of Italy.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse emits a powerful white light every 10 seconds, visible at a range of 22 kilometers (14 miles). The light's sector is oriented between 255° and 155°, providing guidance to vessels approaching from the southeast and departing towards the southwest.
4. Light and Navigation
The Capo d'Anzio Lighthouse also serves as a radio station for Aeronautical Information Services (AIS), with an MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number of 992471034.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
No information available.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The area is characterized by rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and strong currents, making navigation challenging for even experienced mariners.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore available.
8. Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse is listed on the US NGA (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency) publication, Pub. 113, and has a Wikidata ID of Q28376143. According to Wikipedia, the lighthouse was built in collaboration with the Italian Navy and the Ministry of Public Works.
9. Further Information
- 1. US NGA Pub. 113 (2010-10-22)
- 2. Wikipedia: en:Capo d'Anzio Lighthouse
Details
| Name | Faro di Capo d'Anzio |
|---|---|
| City | |
| Country | Italy |
| Coordinates | 41.4457956, 12.6217163 |
| Year of construction | 1925 |
| Events | listed on the US NGA (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency) publication, Pub. 113 |
| Historic significance | significant maritime landmark that has been guiding vessels safely into and out of the Mediterranean Sea for over a century |
| Tower height | 37 |
| Renovations | converted to electric operation in 1953 |
| Access description | situated at the southernmost tip of Italy, on the Capo d'Anzio promontory |
| Accessible | true |
| Landscape type | rocky coast |
| View description | rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and strong currents |
| Guided tours | false |
| Nearby attractions | ["US NGA Pub. 113","Wikipedia: en:Capo d'Anzio Lighthouse"] |
| AIS Radar | true |
| Light characteristic | "emits a powerful white light every 10 seconds, visible at a range of 22 kilometers (14 miles)" |
| Light range | 22 |
| Automated | true |