Faro de Cabo de Gata

Location and Accessibility

• The Faro de Cabo de Gata is located at Address: AL-3115, Níjar, Almería, Spain.
• This cape is situated in the south of Spain, one of the biggest capes, and is easily accessible by car or on foot.

History

• The lighthouse has a rich history dating back to its construction.
• Although specific details are not available, it is reported that the Faro de Cabo de Gata was built at some point in the past.

Architecture

• The tower height of the Faro de Cabo de Gata is 55 meters (180 feet), and its focal height is also 55 meters.
• The lighthouse features a distinctive red light with a period of 4 seconds, visible from a distance of 20 nautical miles.
• A white light is also present, with a period of 4 seconds, visible from a distance of 24 nautical miles.

Light Characteristics

• The Faro de Cabo de Gata's light characteristics are as follows:
• Fl (flash) at 0.2+(3.8) seconds, with a sector end of 356 degrees and a sector start of 316 degrees for the red light,
• and Fl at 0.2+(3.8) seconds, with a sector end of 316 degrees and a sector start of 356 degrees for the white light.

Current Status

• The Faro de Cabo de Gata is currently an active aid to navigation.
• However, its status as an automated lighthouse is not available.

Heritage Status

Notable Historical Events

• Although specific details are not available, it can be reported that the Faro de Cabo de Gata is a famous landmark.