Name and Location

The Faro di Giannutri is a coastal lighthouse located at the southernmost tip of Isola del Giglio, a picturesque island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Italy. Its GPS coordinates are 42.2394204, 11.1080882.

Construction and History

The Faro di Giannutri was built in 1855 to aid navigation in the busy waters surrounding Isola del Giglio. Originally, its purpose was to guide ships entering or leaving the island's harbor, which is an important port for local fishing and commercial activities. The lighthouse has been an essential part of Italy's maritime infrastructure, playing a vital role in ensuring safe passage for vessels.

Architecture and Materials

The Faro di Giannutri stands at a height of 61 meters (200 feet), with a focal plane height of 45 meters (148 feet) above sea level. Unfortunately, no information is available on the materials used in its construction.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's original light characteristic was Fl(3)W.15s, flashing every 5 seconds for a duration of 15 seconds. Currently, it is automated with no reports of manual operation or changes to its light characteristic. For navigation purposes, the lighthouse is referenced on nautical charts as E 1496, with a range of 13 nautical miles (24 kilometers).

Accessibility and Visiting

The Faro di Giannutri is not open to the public for visits or guided tours, as it remains an operational aid to navigation. Visitors can access Isola del Giglio and its surrounding waters but cannot enter the lighthouse itself.

Notable Views and Landscape

There is no specific information on notable views or landscapes associated with the Faro di Giannutri.

Anecdotes and Folklore

While there are no notable stories or folklore surrounding the Faro di Giannutri, its strategic location on Isola del Giglio has made it an important symbol of maritime safety and a nod to Italy's rich naval history.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is currently automated with no reports of manual operation. Unfortunately, there is no information available on the technical details of its operations or maintenance.

Further Information

• For further information, please refer to US NGA Pub. 113 (2010-10-22), Wikipedia: it:Faro di Giannutri, and Wikidata: Q16555258.