Faro Verde
Mar Mediterraneo, Italy
Name and Location
The Faro Verde (Green Lighthouse) is located in Cesenatico, a picturesque town on the Adriatic coast of Italy.
2. Construction and History
The lighthouse was built in 1872 during the Renaissance era, with Italian architect Giuseppe Valadier attributed to its construction. Its purpose was to guide mariners through the waters of the Mediterranean.
3. Architecture and Materials
The Faro Verde stands 8 meters (26 feet) tall with a focal height of 23 meters (75 feet). Its architectural style is a blend of Renaissance and Baroque influences.
4. Light and Navigation
The lighthouse exhibits a green light pattern, characterized as Fl(3)W.15s, indicating a flashing green light every 15 seconds, visible for approximately 8 nautical miles (15 kilometers).
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the Faro Verde through guided tours, which can be arranged with local tour operators or the managing authority. The lighthouse is located near Cesenatico's waterfront promenade, easily accessible by foot or by public transportation.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse stands at the mouth of the Adriatic Sea, surrounded by a picturesque coastal landscape featuring sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, and scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
Unfortunately, no specific folklore or unique anecdotes are available for this lighthouse at present.
8. Technical and Operational Details
As of this writing, the lighthouse is no longer operational for navigation purposes. Its current status is that of a historic monument, protected by heritage authorities.
9. Further Information
For more information on visitor hours, entrance fees, guided tours, and on-site facilities, please contact the managing authority or local tourism agencies.
Details
Name | Faro Verde |
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City | Cesenatico |
Country | Italy |
Coordinates | 44.208784, 12.404481 |
Year of construction | 1872 |
Architectural style | Renaissance and Baroque |
Architect | Giuseppe Valadier |
Focal height | 23 |
Tower height | 8 |
Heritage status | true |
Access description | guided tours |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rocky coast, sandy beaches |
View description | picuresque coastal landscape |
Guided tours | true |
Nearby attractions | ["Cesenatico Beach","historic town center"] |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |
Light range | 8 |
Automated | false |