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Φάρος Παλαιού Φρουρίου

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Φάρος Παλαιού Φρουρίου

The Old Fortress Lighthouse, also known as Φάρος Πาลαιού Φρουρίου, is a historic lighthouse located on the island of Corfu, Greece.

History

  • The construction of this lighthouse dates back to an unspecified time period.

The Old Fortress Lighthouse was built using traditional materials and architectural styles typical of ancient Greek fortifications.

Architecture and Construction

  • The tower height of the Old Fortress Lighthouse is 78 meters (256 feet), while its focal height is reportedly around the same value.
  • The light characteristics include a white beam with a range of 13 nautical miles, visible every 6 seconds in a sector from 112.5° to 45°.

Current Status

The Old Fortress Lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although its automation status is not specified.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is situated on Land Peak in Corfu, Greece. It can be accessed by land, but no specific information regarding accessibility or visiting hours is available.

Heritage Status

The Old Fortress Lighthouse has reportedly been designated as a protected historical site due to its cultural significance.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, there is no recorded information on notable historical events associated with the Old Fortress Lighthouse.

Φάρος Παλαιού Φρουρίου

Details

NameΦάρος Παλαιού Φρουρίου
CityCorfu
CountryGreece
Coordinates39.623207, 19.929321
Current useactive aid to navigation