MalagaLighthouse
69PF+WPC, Calbayog City, Samar, Philippines
Name and Location
The Malaga Lighthouse is located in Calbayog City, Samar, Philippines.
Construction and History
The Malaga Lighthouse was constructed during the [unavailable] era. The exact architect and architectural style are not well-documented, but it is believed to be a [unavailable] structure. The lighthouse was built using [unavailable] materials, including [unavailable].
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse's architecture and materials are not well-documented.
Light and Navigation
The Malaga Lighthouse emits a light characteristic of Fl (3) W 15s, which is visible from [unavailable] nautical miles. The light's colour is white and its period is 5 seconds. Its focal height is [unavailable], with a light range extending [unavailable] nautical miles, providing vital guidance to ships traversing the waters off Samar.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can enter the lighthouse and climb to the top for breathtaking views of the surrounding area. To reach the Malaga Lighthouse, take the Asian Highway 26 (AH26) and turn onto Maharlika Highway in Calbayog City. The lighthouse is open to visitors from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Entrance fees apply, and guided tours are available upon request.
Notable Views and Landscape
From the top of the lighthouse, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Calbayog City and the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and lush vegetation.
Anecdotes and Folklore
There are no notable local folklore or unique anecdotes associated with the Malaga Lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse is automated, eliminating the need for manual operation. Its managing authority is the Philippine Coast Guard.
Further Information
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Details
Name | MalagaLighthouse |
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City | CalbayogCity,Samar |
Country | Philippines |
Coordinates | 12.2372512, 124.37429 |
Year of construction | unavailable |
Events | severalsignificanthistoricaleventsincluding[unavailable] |
Historic significance | importantnavigationalaidandculturalheritage |
Keeper stories | nostoriesavailableaboutformerlighthousekeepers |
Stories | unavailable |
Architectural style | unavailable |
Architect | unavailable |
Construction material | unavailablematerials,including[unavailable] |
Focal height | unavailable |
Tower height | unavailable |
Renovations | unavailable |
Landscape type | beautifulbeaches,coralreefs,andlushvegetation |
View description | panoramicviewofCalbayogCityandsurroundinglandscape |
Facilities | on-sitefacilitiesinclude[unavailable] |
Light characteristic | Fl(3)W15s |
Light range | unavailablenauticalmiles |