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
Name | TorrediPortoEmpedocleLighthouse |
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City | PortoEmpedocle |
Country | Italy |
Coordinates | 37.2748822, 13.5275093 |
Year of construction | 19thcentury |
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Historic significance | recognizedforitshistoricalsignificanceandculturalimportance |
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Architectural style | region'smaritimearchitecture |
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Focal height | |
Tower height | |
Landscape type | Sicilianlandscape |
View description | panoramicviewsoftheMediterraneanSea,thetownofPortoEmpedocle,andthesurroundingSicilianlandscape |
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Light characteristic | unavailable |
Light range | unavailable |