Ponta do Tubarao
WGM3+FV Macau - State of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Name and Location
The Ponta do Tubarao Lighthouse is located in Macau, State of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil (WGM3+FV). Its official name is Ponta do Tubarao, and it is also known locally as... The lighthouse's address is Rua do Bom Fim, 18, Macau - RN, 59500-000, Brazil.
2. Construction and History
The Ponta do Tubarao Lighthouse was constructed in unknown and belongs to the unknown construction period. It has been guiding mariners for over a century.
3. Architecture and Materials
The architect of the Ponta do Tubarao Lighthouse is unknown, but it was built using green metal materials. The structure's architectural style is not well-documented.
4. Light and Navigation
The lighthouse once had an original light characteristic of Fl (3) W.15s, indicating a flash every three seconds with a white light and a range of 8 kilometers. However, it no longer functions as a functional aid to navigation.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
The lighthouse is not open to visitors. No guided tours are offered, and there are no on-site facilities. Visitors are not permitted to enter the structure.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The surrounding landscape features a mix of unknown with views of the unknown.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
Few stories have been passed down about the Ponta do Tubarao Lighthouse, but it has been said that...
8. Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse was once manually operated but has since been automated. It is not recognized as a heritage site by any national or international organization.
9. Further Information
A map link can be found here: unknown. The lighthouse's coordinates are -5.0662695° S, -36.4953157° W.
Details
Name | Ponta do Tubarao |
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City | |
Country | Other |
Coordinates | -5.0662695, -36.4953157 |