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Tanguigui Lighthouse

Tanguigui Lighthouse, Tanguingui Island, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines

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Tanguigui Lighthouse

The Tanguigui Lighthouse is situated on Tanguingui Island, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.

  • The island is accessible by boat or ferry from nearby towns.

History

Construction of the lighthouse began in 1994, with completion reported on August 5th of that year.

It has been operated by the Cebu Station of the Philippine Coast Guard since its inception.

  • Construction of the lighthouse began in 1994, with completion reported on August 5th of that year.
  • It has been operated by the Cebu Station of the Philippine Coast Guard since its inception.

Architecture and Construction

The Tanguigui Lighthouse features a tower height of approximately 39 meters (128 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of around 50 meters (164 feet).

The light is characterized by a white beam with a range of 15 nautical miles.

The lighthouse's architecture is notable for its use of traditional materials and design elements.

  • The Tanguigui Lighthouse features a tower height of approximately 39 meters (128 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of around 50 meters (164 feet).
  • The light is characterized by a white beam with a range of 15 nautical miles.
  • The lighthouse's architecture is notable for its use of traditional materials and design elements.

Light Characteristics

The Tanguigui Lighthouse emits a Fl (first order) light, visible from a distance of 15 nautical miles.

Its period is reported to be 5 seconds, with a colour of white.

  • The Tanguigui Lighthouse emits a Fl (first order) light, visible from a distance of 15 nautical miles.
  • Its period is reported to be 5 seconds, with a colour of white.

Current Status

The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, operated by the Philippine Coast Guard's Cebu Station.

However, its status as an automated facility is not confirmed.

  • The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, operated by the Philippine Coast Guard's Cebu Station.
  • However, its status as an automated facility is not confirmed.

Heritage Status

The Tanguigui Lighthouse has been designated for heritage protection due to its historical significance and architectural importance.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

Details

NameTanguigui Lighthouse
City
CountryPhilippines
Coordinates11.486981, 123.726265
Current useactive aid to navigation