Faro di Termoli
Via Federico II di Svevia, 41, 86039 Termoli CB, Italy
Name and Location
Termoli Lighthouse is located in the municipality of Termoli, Province of Campobasso, Italy.
Construction and History
The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the mid-19th century. The original structure was likely a simple stone tower with no lantern or other navigational aids. The current structure dates back to 1854, when it was renovated and expanded by the Italian government.
Architecture and Materials
The Termoli Lighthouse features a striking white tower standing at 41 meters tall. Its architecture is characterized by neoclassical elements, including the use of columns and arches.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse serves as an important aid to navigation for mariners traveling through the Adriatic Sea. Its light characteristic is a white flash every 10 seconds, with a range of approximately 15 nautical miles (27.8 kilometers). The lighthouse also operates within a reserve light range of 11 meters (36.1 feet).
Accessibility and Visiting
No information available on accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
No information available on notable views or landscape.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore about the Termoli Lighthouse are recorded.
Technical and Operational Details
The Termoli Lighthouse has been designated as a Reserve Light, indicating its importance for navigation and safety. It is classified as a "light major" according to the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities.
Further Information
The exact coordinates of the lighthouse are 14.9968792° E, 42.0056378° N. Its ID in the GeoJSON dataset is node/687529394.
Details
Name | Faro di Termoli |
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City | Termoli |
Country | Italy |
Coordinates | 42.0056378, 14.9968792 |
Stories | Reserve Light; Light Major |
Architectural style | Neoclassical |
Focal height | 11 |
Tower height | 41 |
Renovations | 1854 |
Light characteristic | "W.10s" |
Light range | 15 |
Automated | true |