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Lighthouses in South Africa
Statistics & Distribution
Explore detailed statistics about lighthouses in South Africa, including regional distribution, historical periods, and key metrics.
Key Statistics
32
Total Lighthouses
22(68.8%)
Heritage Sites
16
Accessible
2
With Guided Tours
16
Automated
1,823
Oldest Construction
1,963
Newest Construction
Height Statistics
40.5m
Average Height
143m
Tallest
30
With Height Data
By Historical Period
19th Century12 (37.5%)
20th Century11 (34.4%)
Visitor Information
Wheelchair Accessible16 (50.0%)
Guided Tours Available2
Heritage Protected22 (68.8%)