La Farola

La Farola is a historic lighthouse located on the coast of Spain, specifically at Cabo Cullera.

History

• The lighthouse's construction began in 1857 and was completed in 1860. It was designed to serve as an aid to navigation for mariners entering the port of Valencia.
• No notable historical events are reported for La Farola.

Architecture

The La Farola lighthouse is a copper and gold mining project, not a traditional lighthouse. However, it does feature a tower that stands at 28 meters (92 feet) above sea level.

Light Characteristics

• La Farola features an aeromarine light with a range of 25 nautical miles.
• The light's pattern is reported to be Fl (first order), and it operates at a period of 20 seconds.

Architect and Construction Materials

The La Farola lighthouse was built using copper and gold mining project materials, not traditional construction materials for a lighthouse.

Current Status

La Farola is no longer an active aid to navigation. Its current status is unknown.

Location and Accessibility

La Farola is located at Passeig Marítim in Cullera, Spain. The location is accessible by road or sea.

Heritage Status

No information is available regarding the heritage status of La Farola.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are reported for La Farola.