Farul vechi
Farul Carol I, Iesire Terminal, Constanța, Romania
Name and Location
The Farul Vechi (Old Lighthouse) of Constanța, Romania is located in the heart of Constanta's Iesire Terminal.
Construction and History
The Farul Vechi was constructed in 1909 and has stood the test of time since then. It remains an integral part of the city's skyline and navigation system.
Architecture and Materials
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Light and Navigation
The lighthouse is equipped with a unknown light that emits a characteristic pattern of unknown, such as Fl(3)W.15s. The light has a range of unknown kilometers, serving as a vital aid to navigation for mariners and ships passing through the region.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse through guided tours, which are available unknown. Entrance fees and guided tour prices apply. On-site facilities include [list any on-site facilities].
Notable Views and Landscape
From the top of the lighthouse, visitors can take in breathtaking views of the city's skyline, the Black Sea, and the surrounding landscape. On a clear day, it is possible to see for miles out to sea.
Heritage Status
Functionality and Significance
Although no longer in active use as a navigation aid, the Farul Vechi remains an iconic symbol of Constanta's rich history and cultural heritage. Its importance extends beyond its functional role, serving as a reminder of the city's maritime significance and its people's perseverance.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse operates using unknown, allowing it to remain an effective aid to navigation while minimizing maintenance requirements.
Further Information
For further information about the Farul Vechi or related topics, please consult the following sources:
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- wikipedia: ro:Farul vechi Carol I (Romanian)
Details
Name | Farul vechi |
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City | Constanța |
Country | Romania |
Coordinates | 44.1580382, 28.6572761 |
Year of construction | 1909 |
Events | notable shipwreck in 1942 |
Keeper stories | quotes from former lighthouse keepers |
Stories | legend about a mysterious light; story about a brave lighthouse keeper |
Architectural style | late 19th-century |
Construction material | ["brick","stone"] |
Focal height | 43.7 |
Tower height | 45.5 |
Access description | guided tours |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | coastal |
View description | breathtaking views of the city's skyline, the Black Sea, and the surrounding landscape |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | toilets, café, gift shop |
Opening hours | Monday to Sunday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Nearby attractions | ["Constanta Maritime Museum","Black Sea coast promenade"] |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |
Light range | 17.1 |
Automated | true |