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Faro do Castelo

R��a Castelo, 41, 15123 Camariñas, A Coruña, Spain

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The Faro do Castelo is a historic lighthouse located in Camariñas, A Coruña, Spain. It stands tall at 27 meters (88 feet) above sea level on Rúa Castelo, 41, 15123 Camariñas, A Coruña, Spain.

Construction and History

The Faro do Castelo has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. Its construction era is specified as being during this time period.

Architecture and Materials

The architectural style of the Faro do Castelo is not specified in available records. However, its historical significance is acknowledged through inclusion in relevant datasets and publications.

Light and Navigation

The Faro do Castelo serves as a vital aid for mariners, providing a visual warning of potential hazards and guiding vessels through treacherous waters. Its light characteristic is listed as "Iso" (Isophase), emitting a steady white light every 4 seconds at a height of 27 meters above sea level.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the site to admire its architecture and appreciate its historical significance, although specific opening hours, entrance fees, and guided tour information are not available. The lighthouse's operation status is unknown, but it is assumed to be automated or manually operated based on typical practices of the time period.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Faro do Castelo stands amidst a picturesque coastal town, surrounded by the natural beauty of Camariñas' beaches and coves. The lighthouse's proximity to the sea and the surrounding landscape enhance its importance as a navigational aid and cultural landmark.

Anecdotes and Folklore

(no information available)

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's operation status is unknown, but it is assumed to be automated or manually operated based on typical practices of the time period.

Further Information

  • References:
  • 1. United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) Publication 113 (2011-10-20)
  • 2. Available address data from GeoJSON dataset

Details

NameFaro do Castelo
CityCamariñas
CountrySpain
Coordinates43.1240749, -9.1853684
Year of construction1700
Focal height27
Tower height27
Accessibletrue
Landscape typecoastal town, beaches and coves
View descriptionpicnic coastal town, beaches and coves
Guided toursfalse
Facilitiestoilets, cafe, gift shop
Light characteristicIso
Automatedtrue