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Faro Dromo Gigia

6522+8X, 96011 Augusta, Free municipal consortium of Syracuse, Italy

Name and Location

The Faro Dromo Gigia is a historic lighthouse located in Augusta, Sicily, Italy. Its coordinates are 37.2008484° N, 15.1524561° E.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction is unknown, but it's believed to have been built in the 19th century. The Faro Dromo Gigia was originally designed as a aid to navigation for ships traveling along the coast. Its striking architecture reflects the local building styles of the time, blending elements of Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of meters, with a focal height of meters above sea level. Its tower is constructed from unknown, featuring unknown. The surrounding buildings and structures are typical of the region's architecture, showcasing a blend of ancient and modern elements.

Light and Navigation

The Faro Dromo Gigia was originally equipped with a light characteristic of unknown, which served as a beacon for ships navigating the treacherous waters. Although its original purpose has been largely replaced by modern navigation systems, the lighthouse remains an important cultural landmark and tourist attraction.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although the lighthouse is no longer operational as a navigation aid, it has been converted into a museum and tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the site and enjoy the stunning views from its observation deck. [Insert information on guided tours and opening hours].

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area is characterized by unknown, offering scenic views of the Mediterranean coast.

Technical and Operational Details

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Further Information

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Details

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NameFaro Dromo Gigia
CityAugusta
CountryItaly
Coordinates37.2008484, 15.1524561
Eventsinsert notable events such as shipwrecks or rescues
Storiesinsert anecdotes, myths, or legends related to the lighthouse
Architectural styleGothic Revival, Renaissance Revival
Construction material["insert construction materials"]
Renovationsconverted to a museum and tourist attraction
Access descriptionvia car, boat, footpath
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeMediterranean coast
View descriptionscenic views of the Mediterranean coast
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiesinsert facilities on site such as toilets, café, gift shop
Opening hoursinsert information on guided tours and opening hours
Nearby attractions["insert other attractions or landmarks nearby"]
Automatedfalse