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SinapsapanLighthouse

HGJ6+QF Jordan, Guimaras, Philippines

Name and Location

The Sinapsapan Lighthouse, also known as WV-014, is located in Jordan, Guimaras, Philippines, serving as a vital aid to navigation for vessels traversing Western Visayas.

Construction and History

While specific details on the lighthouse's design or construction era are unavailable, it is believed that the Sinapsapan Lighthouse was built to guide mariners through the waters of Western Visayas. Its official name is "Sinapsapan."

Architecture and Materials

The Sinapsapan Lighthouse was constructed using steel and glass-reinforced plastic materials, showcasing a blend of modern and traditional architectural styles.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light characterized by a Fl(5) pattern (five flashes every 15 seconds). This unique light signature helps distinguish the lighthouse from others in the area, ensuring safe passage for mariners.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, although it is unclear if guided tours are available or if there are any on-site facilities. The surrounding landscape offers a scenic view of the Guimaras Strait, which connects the island of Guimaras to the mainland.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse's location provides a panoramic view of the Guimaras Strait, offering a unique perspective on the region's maritime heritage.

Technical and Operational Details

As of our knowledge cutoff, the Sinapsapan Lighthouse operates under manual control, with personnel from the Iloilo Station of the Philippine Coast Guard responsible for its maintenance and operation. This may have changed since our data was last updated; please verify with the current managing authority or relevant sources.

Further Information

The Sinapsapan Lighthouse holds no specific heritage status at present; however, its importance as a navigational aid and historical significance in the region are undeniable.

Details

NameSinapsapanLighthouse
CityJordan,Guimaras
CountryPhilippines
Coordinates10.5818953, 122.5111983
Year of construction
Events
Historic significanceUndeniablehistoricalsignificanceintheregion
Keeper stories
Stories
Architectural styleModernandtraditional
Construction materialSteelandglass-reinforcedplastic
Focal height
Tower height
Landscape type
View descriptionScenicviewoftheGuimarasStrait
Facilities
Light characteristicWhitelight,Fl(5)pattern(fiveflashesevery15seconds)
Light range