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TorrediPortoEmpedocleLighthouse

7GFH+X2, Porto Empedocle, Free municipal consortium of Agrigento, Italy

Name and Location

The Torre di Porto Empedocle Lighthouse is located at 7GFH+X2, Porto Empedocle, Free municipal consortium of Agrigento, Italy. The official name of this lighthouse is Torre di Porto Empedocle. It stands tall at an impressive height, with a focal height of unknown. The coordinates of the lighthouse are 37.2748822° N, 13.5275093° E.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the 19th century. The architectural style is characteristic of the region's maritime architecture, with a sturdy tower and a lantern room at the top.

Light and Navigation

Unfortunately, information on the light range and characteristic (pattern) is unavailable.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are welcome to explore the surrounding area and take in the breathtaking views from the top of the tower. The nearest parking is available at unknown. To reach the lighthouse, follow the signs from Porto Empedocle's town center or use public transportation.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the top of the tower, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, the town of Porto Empedocle, and the surrounding Sicilian landscape.

Heritage Status

The Torre di Porto Empedocle Lighthouse has been recognized for its historical significance and cultural importance. It is a valued part of Italy's national heritage and a popular tourist attraction.

Management Authority

The lighthouse is managed by the Free municipal consortium of Agrigento, which ensures its preservation and maintenance.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, information on the light range and characteristic (pattern) is unavailable. The lighthouse has been automated since unknown, and it no longer serves as an active aid to navigation.

Details

NameTorrediPortoEmpedocleLighthouse
CityPortoEmpedocle
CountryItaly
Coordinates37.2748822, 13.5275093
Year of construction19thcentury
Events
Historic significancerecognizedforitshistoricalsignificanceandculturalimportance
Keeper stories
Stories
Architectural styleregion'smaritimearchitecture
Construction material
Focal height
Tower height
Landscape typeSicilianlandscape
View descriptionpanoramicviewsoftheMediterraneanSea,thetownofPortoEmpedocle,andthesurroundingSicilianlandscape
Facilities
Light characteristicunavailable
Light rangeunavailable