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.

Punta Santa Teresa
Punta Santa Teresa Lighthouse
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LocationLerici
Liguria
Italy
Coordinates44°04′52″N 9°52′52″E / 44.081095°N 9.881210°E / 44.081095; 9.881210
Tower
Foundationconcrete base
Constructionmetal tower
Automatedyes
Height5 metres (16 ft)
Shapecylindrical tower with balcony and lantern
Markingsgreen tower and lantern
Power sourcesolar power Edit this on Wikidata
OperatorMarina Militare[1][2]
Light
Focal height10 metres (33 ft)
LensType TD
IntensityMaxi Halo-60
Range8 nautical miles (15 km; 9.2 mi)
CharacteristicFl (2) G 6s.
Italy no.1745 E.F.

Description

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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]

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References

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  1. ^ Rowlett, Russ. "Lighthouses of Italy: Liguria". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Retrieved September 23, 2018.
  2. ^ a b "Punta Santa Teresa". Marina Militare. Retrieved March 14, 2018.
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