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Ormoc Lighthouse

2J36+63R Beside Lighthouse, San Pedro St, Ormoc City, 6541 Leyte, Philippines

Name and Location

The Ormoc Lighthouse is located in Ormoc City, Leyte, Philippines. Its coordinates are 11.0031258° latitude and 124.6101318° longitude.

Construction and History

The construction of the Ormoc Lighthouse began in [year] during the [construction era]. The lighthouse's architectural style is that of a [unavailable] design, using glass-reinforced plastic for its structure.

Architecture and Materials

The Ormoc Lighthouse stands at 13 meters tall with a focal height of [unavailable]. Its structure is made of glass-reinforced plastic.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse serves as a beacon for ships and boats navigating through the [body of water: unavailable], providing a light range of 9 nautical miles. The light characteristic is Fl (3) W.15s, with a sector start angle of 328.867° and end angle of 102.833°.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse by traveling to the address: 2J36+63R Beside Lighthouse, San Pedro St, Ormoc City, 6541 Leyte, Philippines. Unfortunately, the interior of the structure is not open to the public at this time.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Ormoc Lighthouse is situated in a coastal area with [unavailable] scenery. The immediate surroundings feature [unavailable] architecture, with [unavailable] nearby attractions.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available about the Ormoc Lighthouse at this time. However, its significance as a cultural landmark and navigational aid is undeniable.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse operates using an automated system, ensuring continuous service to mariners without manual intervention. It remains operational, providing critical guidance to mariners navigating through the region.

Further Information

  • The Philippine Coast Guard is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the Ormoc Lighthouse.
  • Nautical chart references: [unavailable] nautical charts.
  • AIS and radar installation information: No available data at this time.

Details

NameOrmoc Lighthouse
CityOrmoc City
CountryPhilippines
Coordinates11.0031258, 124.6101318
Historic significancenavigational aid and cultural landmark is undeniable
Construction material"glass-reinforced plastic"
Tower height13
Access descriptiontraveling to the address provided above
Accessibletrue
View descriptioncoastal area with scenery
Guided toursfalse
Nearby attractions["unavailable"]
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristic"Fl (3) W.15s"
Light range9
Automatedtrue