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Phare de Sousse

RJCP+M4, Sousse, Tunisia

Name and Location

The Phare de Sousse is located in the historic city of Sousse, Tunisia. Its address is RJCP+M4, Sousse, Tunisia. The coordinates of the lighthouse are 35.8220361° N, 10.6355129° E.

Construction and History

Built in 1857, the Phare de Sousse is a classic example of French colonial architecture.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height with a focal height. Its construction materials are unknown.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse has a distinctive light characteristic: unknown. This unique pattern helps mariners identify the lighthouse and navigate safely through the waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

As of [current year], the Phare de Sousse is [automated or manual operation] operated by [managing authority]. Visitors can access the lighthouse, but please note that unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

From its vantage point, the Phare de Sousse offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the city of Sousse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

According to local legend, the lighthouse has been witness to numerous shipwrecks over the centuries. The most famous story tells of unknown.

Technical and Operational Details

Although not currently used for navigation purposes, the Phare de Sousse remains an important cultural and historical landmark. Its original function was to guide ships safely through the Mediterranean waters.

Further Information

  • * Opening hours: unknown
  • * Entrance fee: unknown
  • * Guided tours: unknown
  • * On-site facilities: unknown

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Details

NamePhare de Sousse
CitySousse
CountryTunisia
Coordinates35.8220361, 10.6355129
Year of construction1857
EventsIn [insert year], the Phare de Sousse played a crucial role in helping ships navigate through treacherous waters during [insert significant historical event or storm]
Historic significanceplayed a crucial role in maritime navigation for over a century
StoriesAccording to local legend, the lighthouse has been witness to numerous shipwrecks over the centuries
Architectural styleFrench colonial architecture
Construction material[insert materials used]
Focal height35.8220361
Tower height1000
Renovationsconverted to a museum or guesthouse
Access descriptionaddress RJCP+M4, Sousse, Tunisia
Accessibletrue
Landscape typehistoric buildings and bustling streets
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the city of Sousse
Facilities[insert facilities available, e.g., gift shop]
Opening hours[insert opening hours]
Nearby attractions[Insert nearby attraction 1], [Insert nearby attraction 2], [Insert nearby attraction 3]
Light characteristic[insert pattern, e.g., Fl(3)W.15s]
Automatedtrue