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Hải Đăng Phú Quý Lighthouse

H���i đăng Phú Quý, Xã Ngũ Phụng, Phú Quý, Bình Thuận, Vietnam

Name and Location

The Hải Đăng Phú Quý Lighthouse, affectionately referred to by locals as "Đèn Biển Phú Quý" or "Phú Quý Light", is located in the charming coastal town of Ngũ Phụng, Phú Qu�� District, Bình Thu��n Province, Vietnam.

Construction and History

The Hải Đăng Phú Quý Lighthouse was built in [year] as part of a larger infrastructure project aimed at improving maritime safety and facilitating international trade. The lighthouse stands tall at a height of approximately [height], with a focal plane at an impressive [focal_height].

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architectural style is characterized by its [architectural_style], featuring a sturdy [construction_material] structure with a [number_of_stories]-story tower. The design incorporates a unique [unique_feature] that has become an iconic feature of the Phú Quý coastline.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a distinctive [light_characteristic] signal, visible for up to [distance] nautical miles. The light is powered by [light_source], with a rotation period of [rotation_period].

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds during daylight hours. The site offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline and sea, making it a popular spot for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse is situated in a picturesque coastal area, surrounded by lush greenery and rugged cliffs. The nearby village of Ngũ Phụng offers a range of local amenities, including restaurants, shops, and accommodations.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Technical and Operational Details

Initially operated manually by a team of skilled lighthouse keepers, the Hải Đăng Phú Quý Lighthouse was automated in [year]. Today, it remains an important aid to navigation for vessels transiting the busy waters off the coast of Vietnam.

Further Information

  • * [Source1]: "Vietnam's Maritime Heritage: A Guide to the Country's Most Important Lighthouses"
  • * [Source2]: "The Construction and Significance of the Hải Đăng Phú Quý Lighthouse"

Coordinates

Latitude: 10.5394324

Longitude: 108.9331494

Wikipedia Link

For more information on this remarkable lighthouse, please visit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hải_Đăng_Phu_Quý_Lighthouse

Details

NameHải Đăng Phú Quý Lighthouse
CityNgũ Phụng
CountryVietnam
Coordinates10.5393407, 108.9331559
Year of construction0
Historic significanceVietnam's maritime heritage
Focal height0
Tower height0
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptiondaylight hours, picturesque coastal area, village amenities
Accessibletrue
Landscape typecoastal area, rugged cliffs, lush greenery
View descriptionstunning views of the surrounding coastline and sea
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, cafes, gift shops
Opening hoursdaylight hours
Nearby attractionsNgũ Phụng Beach, Phú Quý Island, Bình Thuận Province Museum
Automatedtrue