Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse
Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse (Italian: Faro di Punta Santa Teresa) is an active lighthouse located at the east side, opposite to the outer breakwater of the gulf of La Spezia, in the municipality of Lerici, Liguria on the Ligurian Sea.
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| Location | Lerici Liguria Italy |
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| Coordinates | 44°04′52″N 9°52′52″E |
| Automated | yes |
| Foundation | concrete base |
| Construction | metal tower |
| Tower shape | cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern |
| Markings / pattern | green tower and lantern |
| Tower height | 5 metres (16 ft) |
| Focal height | 10 metres (33 ft) |
| Current lens | Type TD |
| Light source | solar power |
| Intensity | Maxi Halo-60 |
| Range | 8 nautical miles (15 km; 9.2 mi) |
| Characteristic | Fl (2) G 6s. |
| Admiralty number | E1274 |
| NGA number | 7820 |
| ARLHS number | ITA-252 |
| Italy number | 1745 E.F. |
| Managing agent | Marina Militare[1][2] |
Description
The lighthouse consists of a green metal cylindrical tower, 5 feet (1.5 m) high, with balcony and lantern. The lantern, painted in green, is positioned at 10 metres (33 ft) above sea level and emits two green flashes in a 6 seconds period. The lighthouse is powered by a solar unit and is completely automated and operated by the Marina Militare with the identification code number 1745 E.F.[2]
See also
References
- "Lighthouses of Italy: Liguria". The Lighthouse Directory. Retrieved September 23, 2018.
- "Punta Santa Teresa". Marina Militare. Retrieved March 14, 2018.
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