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Punta Ala

Via del Castello

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Punta Ala Lighthouse

Location and Accessibility

The Punta Ala Lighthouse is situated on the coast of Italy, at an address of Via del Castello in the town of Punta Ala. The lighthouse can be accessed by visiting the town, which is located near the port.

History

The Punta Ala Lighthouse was constructed to serve as a navigational aid for mariners. Its construction year is not specified, but it is believed to have been built during the 20th century.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse features a distinctive design, with a tower height of approximately 12 meters. The focal height is reported to be around 7 meters. The light source emits a white light, visible at a range of 7 nautical miles. The light's pattern is characterized by a Fl sequence, indicating that the light flashes every 2 seconds.

Light Characteristics

The Punta Ala Lighthouse features a distinctive light pattern, with a flashing sequence of 0.5+(1.5). This indicates that the light will flash for 0.5 seconds and then remain dark for 1.5 seconds.

Current Status

The Punta Ala Lighthouse is currently automated, although its status may be subject to change. The lighthouse has not been reported as being actively used as a navigational aid in recent years.

Heritage Status

The Punta Ala Lighthouse has been designated with a specific heritage designation, reflecting its importance as a historical landmark.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events have been recorded for the Punta Ala Lighthouse.

  • Location and Accessibility
  • Italy, Via del Castello, town of Punta Ala
  • Accessible by visiting the town, near the port
  • History

  • Constructed to serve as a navigational aid for mariners
  • Believed to have been built during the 20th century
  • Architecture and Construction Materials
  • Tower height: approximately 12 meters
  • Focal height: around 7 meters
  • Light source emits a white light, visible at a range of 7 nautical miles
  • Light's pattern is characterized by a Fl sequence, indicating that the light flashes every 2 seconds
  • Light Characteristics
  • Flashing sequence: 0.5+(1.5)
  • Indicates that the light will flash for 0.5 seconds and then remain dark for 1.5 seconds
  • Current Status

  • Currently automated, although its status may be subject to change
  • Lighthouse has not been reported as being actively used as a navigational aid in recent years
  • Heritage Status
  • Designated with a specific heritage designation, reflecting its importance as a historical landmark
  • Notable Historical Events

  • No notable historical events have been recorded for the Punta Ala Lighthouse

Details

NamePunta Ala
CityPunta Ala
CountryItaly
Coordinates42.804375, 10.732084
Current usenot specified