Name and Location

The Ponta de Pedras Lighthouse, also known locally as Faro da Ponta de Pedras, is situated in Ponta de Pedras, Goiana, State of Pernambuco, Brazil.

2. Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed in 1892 during the late 19th century era. It serves as a major navigational aid for ships and boats navigating the Atlantic Ocean.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Ponta de Pedras Lighthouse features a white truncated pyramidal metal tower standing at 56 meters (183 feet) tall.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a light beam characterized by Fl (flashing light) every 15 seconds, with a range of 18 kilometers (11 miles). The light color is white. Its strategic location helps guide vessels through the coastal waters of Brazil, ensuring safe passage and minimizing the risk of accidents or grounding.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse and enjoy its scenic views, educational exhibits, and historic significance. The surrounding area offers recreational activities like swimming, fishing, and boating.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The Ponta de Pedras Lighthouse offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable anecdotes or folklore are available for this lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's coordinates are (-7.630139799999999, -34.8116667) in the Geographic Coordinate System (WGS84).

9. Further Information

For more information on the Ponta de Pedras Lighthouse, please refer to "Ponta de Pedras Lighthouse" (GeoJSON dataset) and "Lighthouses of Brazil" by Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística (IBGE).