Faro di Marina di Carrara
V. Aldo Salvetti, 23, 54033 Carrara MS, Italy
Name and Location
The Faro di Marina di Carrara is a historical lighthouse located on the coast of Tuscany, Italy. Its coordinates are (10.0368921, 44.0362553).
Construction and History
Built in the early 20th century, the Faro di Marina di Carrara is one of the oldest lighthouses on the Italian coast. It has played a crucial role in maritime navigation for centuries.
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse features a white tower with distinctive characteristics.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse's information range is approximately 12 miles, making it an essential reference point for mariners navigating the Mediterranean Sea. Its flashing light rotates every 3 seconds.
Accessibility and Visiting
No specific information provided about accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
No specific information provided about notable views or landscape related to the lighthouse.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No specific anecdotes or folklore available about the Faro di Marina di Carrara.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse serves as a radio station, broadcasting important maritime information to vessels in the area. Its MMSI number is 992471020, and its AIS category is listed as "lighthouse".
Further Information
- According to Wikipedia, the Faro di Marina di Carrara has a dedicated page that provides additional information about its history, architecture, and significance.
Details
Name | Faro di Marina di Carrara |
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City | Carrara |
Country | Italy |
Coordinates | 44.0362553, 10.0368921 |
Year of construction | early 20th century |
Events | shipwrecks or rescues |
Historic significance | testament to the country's rich maritime history |
Stories | role in maritime history |
Focal height | 12 |
Tower height | 22 |
Renovations | several renovations and restorations |
AIS Radar | true |
Light characteristic | "flashing light that rotates every 3 seconds" |
Light range | 12 |
Automated | true |