Punta Paratella Lighthouse

Punta Paratella Lighthouse (Italian: Faro di Punta Paratella) is an active lighthouse located on the northernmost extremity of Gorgona, one the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, 15 nautical miles (28 km; 17 mi) from Livorno.

Punta Paratella
Punta Paratella
Tuscany
Punta Paratella
Punta Paratella (Italy)
LocationGorgona
Tuscany
Italy
Coordinates43°26′14″N 9°54′09″E
Year first constructed1937 (first)
Automatedyes
Foundationconcrete base
Constructionfibreglass
Tower shapecylindrical tower with small balcony and light
Markings / patternwhite tower
Tower height5 metres (16 ft)
Focal height105 metres (344 ft)
Light sourcesolar power
Range9 nautical miles (17 km; 10 mi)
CharacteristicL Fl W 10s.
Fog signalno
Italy number1983 E.F
Managing agentMarina Militare[1]

Description

The lighthouse consists of a cylindrical white fibreglass tower 5 metres (16 ft) high, placed at 105 metres (344 ft) above sea level. The lantern is powered by a solar unit and emits one long flash every 10 seconds visible up to 9 nautical miles (17 km; 10 mi). The lighthouse is fully automated and is operated by Marina Militare identified by the code number 1983 E.F.[1]

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See also

References

  1. "Punta Paratella". Marina Militare. Retrieved March 1, 2018.


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