Cozumel Lighthouse
Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1, Colonos Cuzamil, 77675 Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico
Name and Location
The Cozumel Lighthouse, officially known as San Miguel, is located on the picturesque island of Cozumel, Mexico, with an address of Av. Rafael E. Melgar 1, Colonos Cuzamil, 77675 Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico, at coordinates 20.4954502° N and -86.9639986° W.
2. Construction and History
The Cozumel Lighthouse was constructed during the unknown period.
3. Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse is a unknown structure that stands at a height of approximately 37 meters (121 feet).
4. Light and Navigation
The lighthouse emits a white light with a flash pattern of three flashes followed by a 15-second eclipse, repeated every 10 minutes. The light is visible for a distance of 15 nautical miles (27.8 kilometers) and has the characteristic Fl(3)W.15s.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse, but there are no official guided tours or on-site facilities available. The surrounding landscape and environment offer stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and the island of Cozumel.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse is situated near the town of San Miguel de Cozumel, with its proximity to the island's main attractions and amenities making it an ideal spot for visitors. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the island of Cozumel.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
8. Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse is currently automated, with no manual operation required.
9. Further Information
For more information on the Cozumel Lighthouse, readers may consult unknown.
Details
Name | Cozumel Lighthouse |
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City | San Miguel de Cozumel |
Country | Mexico |
Coordinates | 20.4954502, -86.9639986 |
Architectural style | insert architectural style |
Tower height | 37 |
Heritage status | false |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | island |
View description | stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and the island of Cozumel |
Guided tours | false |
Nearby attractions | ["Playa del Carmen","Playa Uvas"] |
AIS Radar | false |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |
Light range | 15 |
Automated | true |