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Ilha Cameleao

53J3+76 Curralinho, PA, Brazil

Name and Location

The Ilha Cameleao Lighthouse, also known as the Camel Island Lighthouse, is located at 53J3+76 Curralinho, PA, Brazil. Its geographical coordinates are -1.8193574° latitude and -49.9468869° longitude.

2. Construction and History

The exact year of construction for the Ilha Cameleao Lighthouse is not publicly available, but based on its architectural style and historical context, it can be inferred that the lighthouse was built during the late 19th or early 20th century.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a white square metal framework tower with a diamond-shaped daymark. The exact construction materials used are not publicly available.

4. Light and Navigation

The light emits a white flash every 3 seconds, with a range of 10 nautical miles. The light characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, the status of automation for this lighthouse is not publicly available. As for public accessibility, it is unclear whether visitors can enter the lighthouse or its surrounding area.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the Ilha Cameleao Lighthouse offers a unique perspective on the Amazon River delta and its surrounding landscape, which is characterized by dense tropical rainforest.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no stories or anecdotes available about former lighthouse keepers at the Ilha Cameleao Lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The height of the lighthouse is 13 meters (43 feet), while its focal height is also 13 meters (43 feet). As of this writing, the lighthouse still functions as an aid to navigation, providing critical guidance for mariners navigating the Amazon River delta.

9. Further Information

There are no nearby attractions mentioned in the available data. The managing authority responsible for the Ilha Cameleao Lighthouse is not publicly disclosed.

Details

NameIlha Cameleao
City
CountryOther
Coordinates-1.8193574, -49.9468869