Name and Location

The Sistiana Lighthouse is located in the town of Sistiana, Duino-Aurisina municipality, Province of Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, Italy. Its exact coordinates are 45.7686015° N, 13.6264123° E.

Construction and History

The Sistiana Lighthouse is believed to have been built during the 19th century, although the exact date of construction is unknown. The lighthouse's architecture suggests that it may be a minor or smaller structure compared to other maritime aids.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands approximately 8 meters (26 feet) tall and has a red color scheme. Its size and design suggest that it is a freestanding structure, possibly with a simple architectural style.

Light and Navigation

The Sistiana Lighthouse emits a red light with a characteristic of F (fixed) and a range of 3 nautical miles (5.6 kilometers). This serves as an aid to navigation for mariners and vessels in the surrounding waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, although specific information on opening hours, entrance fees, and guided tours are unavailable. The surrounding landscape offers scenic views of the Adriatic Sea and the Istrian Peninsula.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse's location provides a unique perspective on the surrounding landscape, which includes the Adriatic Sea and the Istrian Peninsula. Visitors can enjoy these views during their visit to the lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The status of automation is unknown, but it is likely that the lighthouse operates manually, given its size and purpose. Further details about the light's operation or maintenance are unavailable.

Further Information

There is no recognized heritage status for the Sistiana Lighthouse. The United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) Publication 113 provides some information about the lighthouse.