Faro de Cabo Home

The Faro de Cabo Home is a historic lighthouse located on the coast of Cangas de Morrazo, Spain.

History

• The structure's origins date back to the late 19th century, with its construction reportedly taking place in 1876.

The Faro de Cabo Home is a historic lighthouse located on the coast of Cangas de Morrazo, Spain. The structure's origins date back to the late 19th century, with its construction reportedly taking place in 1876.

Architecture

• The tower height of the Faro de Cabo Home stands at approximately 38 meters (124 feet) above sea level. Its focal height is believed to be around 50 meters (164 feet). The lighthouse's architecture is characterized by a traditional design, with a cylindrical shape and a distinctive lantern room.

The tower height of the Faro de Cabo Home stands at approximately 38 meters (124 feet) above sea level. Its focal height is believed to be around 50 meters (164 feet). The lighthouse's architecture is characterized by a traditional design, with a cylindrical shape and a distinctive lantern room.

Light Characteristics

• The Faro de Cabo Home emits a white light with a range of approximately 9 nautical miles. The light pattern is reportedly an Fl (first order) signal, with a period of three seconds between flashes.

The Faro de Cabo Home emits a white light with a range of approximately 9 nautical miles. The light pattern is reportedly an Fl (first order) signal, with a period of three seconds between flashes.

Current Status

• The Faro de Cabo Home remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated in some capacity.

The Faro de Cabo Home remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may be automated in some capacity. Its current status as an operational lighthouse ensures the continued safety of mariners navigating the surrounding waters.

Location and Accessibility

• Located on Camiño de Cabo Home, the Faro de Cabo Home is situated in Cangas de Morrazo, a town in the province of Pontevedra, Spain. The lighthouse's accessibility is not explicitly stated, but its location near the coast suggests that it may be accessible by road or on foot.

Located on Camiño de Cabo Home, the Faro de Cabo Home is situated in Cangas de Morrazo, a town in the province of Pontevedra, Spain. The lighthouse's accessibility is not explicitly stated, but its location near the coast suggests that it may be accessible by road or on foot.

Heritage Status

The Faro de Cabo Home has been designated as a notable landmark in its region, although specific details regarding its heritage status are not available.

Notable Historical Events

• No notable historical events have been recorded for the Faro de Cabo Home.