PraiadaVitóriaLighthouse
PWHV+W3 Praia da Vitória, Portugal
Name and Location
The Praia da Vitória Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Praia da Vitória, Santa Cruz, Terceira, Azores, Portugal, standing tall at an elevation of unknown meters above sea level. Officially known as unknown, locals affectionately refer to it as unknown.
Construction and History
Built in unknown, the Praia da Vitória Lighthouse was constructed during the unknown. Designed by renowned architect unknown in the unknown, this iconic structure is a testament to human innovation and perseverance.
Architecture and Materials
Standing at an impressive height of unknown, with a focal height of unknown, the lighthouse boasts a unknown meter radius, illuminating the surrounding waters. Its unique design features a distinctive unknown that has become a hallmark of this maritime beacon.
Light and Navigation
Although automation replaced manual operation in unknown, the Praia da Vitória Lighthouse remains an essential navigation aid for mariners. Visitors can access the lighthouse premises, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the Atlantic Ocean.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can reach the lighthouse via unknown, with on-site facilities including unknown. Guided tours are available upon request. Entrance fees apply during peak seasons.
Notable Views and Landscape
Located on the western coast of Terceira Island, the lighthouse overlooks the unknown, offering a unique perspective on the region's natural beauty. The nearby unknown adds to the area's charm.
Anecdotes and Folklore
As a significant part of Portugal's nautical heritage, this lighthouse has witnessed countless historical events, including unknown. Its rich history is further enhanced by the stories of former lighthouse keepers who have played a vital role in ensuring the safe passage of vessels.
Technical and Operational Details
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Further Information
For more information on the Praia da Vitória Lighthouse, consult unknown.
Details
Name | PraiadaVitóriaLighthouse |
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City | PraiadaVitória,SantaCruz,Terceira,Azores |
Country | Portugal |
Coordinates | 38.7298383, -27.0572641 |
Year of construction | [insertyearofconstruction] |
Events | [insertnotableshipwrecksorvisits] |
Historic significance | Portugal'snauticalheritage |
Keeper stories | |
Stories | storiesofformerlighthousekeeperswhohaveplayedavitalroleinensuringthesafepassageofvessels |
Architectural style | [insertarchitecturalstyle] |
Architect | [insertarchitect'sname] |
Construction material | |
Focal height | [insertfocalheight] |
Tower height | [insertheight] |
Landscape type | [insertsurroundinglandscapefeature] |
View description | breathtakingviewsofthesurroundinglandscapeandtheAtlanticOcean |
Facilities | [insertamenities,e.g.,parking,restrooms] |
Light characteristic | |
Light range | [insertlightrange]meterradius |