Oia Lighthouse
PO-324, 191, 36390 Oia, Pontevedra, Spain
Name and Location
The Oia Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Oia, Spain, near the city of Pontevedra.
Construction and History
The exact date of construction is unknown, but records suggest that the lighthouse was built in 1893. It stands at a height of 15 meters (49 feet) with a focal plane at 23 meters (75 feet) above sea level.
Architecture and Materials
The tower is constructed from stone.
Light and Navigation
The Oia Lighthouse emits an Oc (continuous) green light every 4 seconds, making it easily visible to ships approaching the port of Vigo. This important beacon helps ensure the safety of vessels navigating the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
Accessibility and Visiting
No information available on accessibility or visiting the Oia Lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
No notable views or landscape information is available for the Oia Lighthouse.
Anecdotes and Folklore
Unfortunately, there are no available records on the original purpose or significance of the Oia Lighthouse, nor any information on its maintenance, upgrades, or notable events in its history.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse is situated at geographic coordinates -8.7972204, 42.1935649, which corresponds to a location on the northwest coast of Spain, near the city of Pontevedra.
Further Information
No additional information available for the Oia Lighthouse.
Details
Name | Oia Lighthouse |
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City | Oia |
Country | Spain |
Coordinates | 42.1935649, -8.7972204 |
Year of construction | 1893 |
Construction material | stone |
Focal height | 23 |
Tower height | 15 |
Light characteristic | Oc (continuous) green |