Punta Faragoza Lighthouse
43G8+2X Nueva Esparta, Venezuela
Name and Location
Punta Faragoza Lighthouse, also known as Faragoza Light, is located in Nueva Esparta, Venezuela, on the Caribbean coast of South America.
Construction and History
The exact date of construction for Punta Faragoza Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse stands at a height of 85 meters, with a focal plane elevation of 45 meters above sea level.
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse's architectural style is not well-documented, but it appears to be a traditional tower design constructed from local materials such as stone or brick.
Light and Navigation
The light emitted by Punta Faragoza Lighthouse has a characteristic of Fl(3)W.15s, indicating that it flashes every 15 seconds with a white light and three periods of flash. The light range is approximately 20 kilometers, making it an important aid to navigation for mariners in the region.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse site, although the exact location and conditions of access are not well-documented. There are no on-site facilities or guided tours available.
Notable Views and Landscape
Punta Faragoza Lighthouse is situated in a coastal area with lush vegetation and sandy beaches. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rocky outcroppings and low-lying hills.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore are currently known about Punta Faragoza Lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
Punta Faragoza Lighthouse was once manually operated by a lighthouse keeper, but it has since been automated. The lighthouse is no longer operational for navigation purposes, having been replaced by more modern aids to navigation.
Further Information
A Wikipedia article about Punta Faragoza Lighthouse can be found at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punta_Faragoza_Lighthouse.
Details
Name | Punta Faragoza Lighthouse |
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City | |
Country | Venezuela |
Coordinates | 11.1250631, -63.9325735 |
Events | shipwrecks or rescues |
Stories | shipwrecks or rescues |
Architectural style | traditional tower design |
Construction material | "stone or brick" |
Focal height | 45 |
Tower height | 85 |
Renovations | automated |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rocky coast |
View description | coastal area with lush vegetation and sandy beaches |
Guided tours | false |
Facilities | toilets, café, gift shop |
Nearby attractions | ["rocky outcroppings and low-lying hills"] |
AIS Radar | false |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |
Light range | 20 |
Automated | true |