Name and Location

The Bouzas Lighthouse is located in Vigo, Municipality of Vigo, Spain.

Construction and History

The Bouzas Lighthouse was constructed in 1896. Information about its history can be found in the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency publication 113 (2011-10-20).

Architecture and Materials

No information is available on the architecture or materials used to build the Bouzas Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 10 meters (32.8 feet) and features a radar reflector, which enhances its ability to be detected by nearby vessels and aircraft using radar technology. Its light characteristic is described as Fl (1.5s+4.5s), indicating that the light emits a sequence of flashes, with a period of 7 seconds between flashes.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Bouzas Lighthouse, but details on opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, and on-site facilities are currently unavailable.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of Vigo's coastline, with the lighthouse standing sentinel over the waters. However, specific details on the view from the lighthouse are not available.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes about the Bouzas Lighthouse are currently available.

Technical and Operational Details

The Bouzas Lighthouse was designed for manual operation by trained keepers. While information on its current functionality is unavailable, it is likely that the structure still serves as a minor aid to navigation, given its historic significance and location in a busy shipping lane. The lighthouse features an AIS or radar installation, but no specific details are available.

Further Information

For further reading, please consult the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency publication 113 (2011-10-20), which provides detailed information on this lighthouse.