Name and Location

The Farol da Lua Cheia, also known as the Full Moon Lighthouse, is located in Recife, State of Pernambuco, Brazil.

Construction and History

Built in 1884 during the reign of King Pedro II, the Farol da Luna Cheia is an exemplary representation of neoclassical architecture. Its distinctive green round concrete tower stands at a height of 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level, with a focal plane of 36 meters (118 feet).

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's characteristic architecture features a green round concrete tower.

Light and Navigation

The Farol da Luna Cheia is an active aid to navigation, providing crucial guidance to mariners navigating the Brazilian coast. Its original manual operation was replaced by automation in the 20th century, and it has a range of approximately 5 nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the Farol da Luna Cheia via Recife's coastal road. While there is no public access to the tower itself, the surrounding area offers scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the city skyline.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area offers scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the city skyline.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has a focal plane of 36 meters (118 feet) and a range of approximately 5 nautical miles. Its light features an LFl (Long Flash, every 8 seconds) signal.

Further Information

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farol_da_Lua_Cheia">Wikipedia article
• https://www.lighthousesofbrazil.com/farol-da-lua-cheia/">Brazilian Lighthouse Society website