Name and Location

The Aratu Lighthouse, also known as the Farol do Aratu, is located in Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil, at 6G45+XR, São Tomé, Salvador - BA, 40800, Brazil.

Construction and History

The Aratu Lighthouse was constructed in 1894 during the reign of King Peter II of Portugal. It is a round yellow tower with a height of approximately 5 meters (16.4 feet) above sea level.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information available on architecture or materials used for this lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The Aratu Lighthouse emits a yellow light every 5 seconds, visible up to 6 nautical miles (11 kilometers). This characteristic is denoted by "Mo" in the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) code.

Accessibility and Visiting

The public can access the site, but visiting hours and entrance fees are not publicly disclosed. The lighthouse's operation has been automated since 1995.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Aratu Lighthouse stands on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Salvador coastline. The surrounding landscape is characterized by tropical forests and urban development.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No recorded local folklore or unique anecdotes about the Aratu Lighthouse are available.

Technical and Operational Details

Although the lighthouse still exists, its original function as a navigation aid has been replaced by modern technology and automation. The lighthouse's geographic coordinates are -12.7926188° latitude and -38.4903857° longitude, with a map link available at https://www.google.com/maps/place/6G45+XR+S%C3%A3o+Tom%C3%A9,+Salvador+-+BA,+40800,+Brazil/@-12.7926188,-38.4903857,15z/data=!4m13!1m2!3m1!1s0x987baa5c6b2f2e4:0x5f3d9dd94eb97d5!2m2!14m1!1i64!8m2!3d-12.7926188!4d-38.4903857.

Further Information

For further information on the history, architecture, and functionality of the Aratu Lighthouse, please consult relevant Brazilian historical archives or maritime authorities.