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Faro di Capo Mele

Via Aurelia

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Faro di Capo Mele

The Faro di Capo Mele is a historic lighthouse located on the coast of Italy.

History

  • The construction dates back to an unspecified time period, but it has been in operation for many decades.

Architecture and Construction

The tower height of the Faro di Capo Mele is 94 meters (308 feet). The focal height, which is the height above the sea level at which the light can be seen from a certain distance, is reportedly around 25 meters (82 feet) higher than the tower's height.

Light Characteristics

The Faro di Capo Mele features a rotating light that emits a Fl (flash) pattern with a range of 24 nautical miles. The light is reportedly visible from a distance of 18 miles, as indicated on the OpenStreetMap data.

Current Status

The Faro di Capo Mele is currently an active aid to navigation, but it has been automated at some point in its history. It is no longer used for its original purpose and is now reportedly a museum or memorial.

Location and Accessibility

The Faro di Capo Mele is located on the coast of Italy, specifically in the town of Andora. The address is Via Aurelia. The lighthouse can be accessed by road and is reportedly visible from a distance.

Heritage Status

The Faro di Capo Mele has been designated as a notable landmark or monument, but no further information is available on its specific heritage status.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are reported to have occurred at the Faro di Capo Mele.

Details

NameFaro di Capo Mele
CityAndora
CountryItaly
Coordinates43.95529, 8.1721735
Current usemuseum or memorial