Castello Normanno Lighthouse
Castello Normanno Lighthouse (Italian: Faro delCastello Normanno) is an active lighthouse located in Castellammare del Golfo at the northern extremity of the tip of the harbour.
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| Location | Castellammare del Golfo Sicily Italy |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 38°01′51″N 12°52′55″E / 38.030749°N 12.881860°E |
| Construction | concrete equipment building |
| Height | 4 metres (13 ft) |
| Shape | quadrangular building with lantern atop a mediaeval fortification |
| Markings | white lantern |
| Operator | Marina Militare[1][2] |
| Light | |
| First lit | 1901 |
| Focal height | 19 metres (62 ft) |
| Lens | type TD |
| Intensity | LABI 100 W |
| Range | 10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi) |
| Characteristic | Fl (2) W 10s. |
| Italy no. | 3182 E.F. |
Description
The lighthouse was activated in 1901 and consists of a concrete equipment construction, 4 metres (13 ft) high, atop a mediaeval fortification. The white lantern is positioned on the flat roof of the building at 19 metres (62 ft) above sea level and emits two white flashes in a 10 second period, visible up to a distance of 10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi). The lighthouse is completely automated, powered by a solar unit and is operated by the Marina Militare with the identification code number 2922 E.F.[2]
See also
References
- ^ Rowlett, Russ. "Lighthouses of Italy: Western Sicily". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Retrieved March 3, 2018.
- ^ 2.0 2.1 "Castello Normanno". Marina Militare. Retrieved March 3, 2018.
External links
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