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Faro de La Corballera

HHGW+F7 La Ràpita, Spain

Name and Location

The Faro de La Corballera is located at the coastal town of La Ràpita, Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain. The official name of the lighthouse is "Faro de La Corballera," and its address is HHGW+F7 La Ràpita, Spain.

Construction and History

The Faro de La Corballera was constructed during the 19th century, with exact dates unavailable. The lighthouse has served as an important aid to navigation for centuries.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is built using traditional construction materials, including stone and mortar.

Light and Navigation

The Faro de La Corballera features a white light with a range of 6 nautical miles (11 kilometers) and a period of 3 seconds. The light characteristic is marked as Fl(1)W.15s in the official records.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Faro de La Corballera is not open to the general public for visits. Due to its remote location and limited accessibility, visitors are advised to respect any restrictions or guidelines set by local authorities or management agencies.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the top of the lighthouse, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea and the surrounding coastline. The area is known for its natural beauty and rich marine life.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No unique anecdotes or local folklore are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The Faro de La Corballera was previously operated manually by lighthouse keepers, but has since been automated to ensure continued operation and maintenance. Nautical chart references include 113-20 (US NGA Pub. 2011-10-20).

Further Information

For further reading and additional information about lighthouses in general, readers are encouraged to consult relevant sources such as the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities or nautical publications.

Details

NameFaro de La Corballera
City
CountryOther
Coordinates40.5761395, 0.5957388