Name and Location

The Farol da Senhora da Agonia is a historic lighthouse located in the charming town of Viana do Castelo, Portugal. Its address is Rua de Monserrate 12.

Construction and History

The exact date of the Farol da Senhora da Agonia's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the 19th century. Over time, the lighthouse has undergone several restorations and maintenance efforts to ensure its continued operation.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 33 meters (108 feet) with a distinctive white tower and a red lantern room. Its design is reminiscent of other historic lighthouses along Portugal's rugged coastline.

Light and Navigation

Accessibility and Visiting

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Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse emits a red light with a period of 6 seconds, visible for approximately 7 nautical miles (13 kilometers) on either side of its range line. Its GeoJSON properties include man_made: lighthouse, name: Farol da Senhora da Agonia, seamark: information: Visible 007° 30´ on each side of range line.

Further Information

The Farol da Senhora da Agonia is a significant cultural heritage site and an important part of Viana do Castelo's history and identity. Its GeoJSON properties are available for further reference.