Diaz Point Lighthouse

The Diaz Point Lighthouse is situated at D701, near Lüderitz, Namibia, on the Atlantic Ocean.

Location and Accessibility

• The lighthouse opened in 1915.

Architecture

The tower stands 28 m high with a lantern and gallery set on a one-story-high hexagonal stone base. The structure is painted in red and white bands.

Light Characteristics

• A white light with a range of 22 nautical miles, visible from the north.
• A white light with a range of 5 nautical miles, visible from the east.
• A red light with a range of 3 nautical miles, visible from the south.

Current Status

The lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation. However, its status as an automated beacon is not confirmed.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage designation is available for this structure.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

History

The Diaz Point Lighthouse is situated at D701, near Lüderitz, Namibia, on the Atlantic Ocean.

Architecture

The tower stands 28 m high with a lantern and gallery set on a one-story-high hexagonal stone base. The structure is painted in red and white bands.

Light Characteristics

• A white light with a range of 22 nautical miles, visible from the north.
• A white light with a range of 5 nautical miles, visible from the east.
• A red light with a range of 3 nautical miles, visible from the south.

Current Status

The lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation. However, its status as an automated beacon is not confirmed.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage designation is available for this structure.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.