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Sueste Point Lighthouse

Q52Q+HW2, Subic, Zambales, Philippines

Name and Location

Sueste Point Lighthouse is located at Q52Q+HW2, Subic, Zambales, Philippines, serving as a prominent maritime aid in the Central Luzon region.

Construction and History

The Sueste Point Lighthouse was constructed in 1997. It stands out as an example of modern coastal architecture in this region.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a concrete structure with a white light at a height of 63 meters (206 feet) above mean sea level. Its design is distinctive, showcasing modern maritime aid engineering.

Light and Navigation

The Sueste Point Lighthouse emits a characteristic pattern of flashing every 5 seconds, covering an arc sector from 216 to 48 degrees with a range of 20 kilometers (12 miles). This light plays a crucial role in facilitating safe maritime navigation through the surrounding waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

While not officially designated as a heritage site, the Sueste Point Lighthouse holds cultural significance for locals and naval enthusiasts alike. Visitors can access the lighthouse, but specific information regarding opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, or on-site facilities is unavailable at this time.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse stands tall amidst the picturesque Subic Bay, an important natural harbor and industrial center. The surrounding landscape features lush vegetation, mangrove forests, and rolling hills, making it a popular spot for recreational activities and nature exploration.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Locals share tales of historic shipwrecks and notable visits to the area, adding to the rich maritime heritage of this region.

Technical and Operational Details

The Subic Station, Philippine Coast Guard, operates and maintains the Sueste Point Lighthouse. Mariners can reference nautical charts such as Philippine Coast Guard chart 1:50,000 for navigation purposes.

Further Information

  • * US NGA Pub. 112 (2009-11-12)
  • * Philippine Coast Guard, 2019 lighthouse masterlist
  • * Wikipedia: Sueste Point Lighthouse

Details

NameSueste Point Lighthouse
CitySubic
CountryPhilippines
Coordinates14.7511651, 120.1888168
Year of construction1997
Eventsshipwrecks, rescues
Storieshistoric shipwrecks, notable visits to the area
Construction materialconcrete
Focal height63
Tower height206
Accessibletrue
Landscape typecoastal
View descriptionpicturesque Subic Bay, mangrove forests, rolling hills
Nearby attractionsSubic Bay, industrial center
Light characteristicFl(3)W.5s
Light range12
Automatedtrue