Farallón Island Lighthouse

The Farallón Island Lighthouse is located on Farallón Island in the Río de la Plata near Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department, Uruguay. The lighthouse was erected in 1876 and stands at a height of 24 meters. It was automated in 1928. The lighthouse is managed by the National Navy of Uruguay.

The lighthouse has a significant history, having been in operation for over a century. It was built to guide ships through the Río de la Plata and has played an important role in the maritime history of the region. Although the exact details of its construction and operation are not well-documented, the lighthouse remains an important landmark in the area.

Today, the Farallón Island Lighthouse remains a notable feature of the Uruguayan landscape. Despite being automated, it continues to serve as an aid to navigation for ships passing through the Río de la Plata. The lighthouse is also a notable example of Uruguayan engineering and a reminder of the country's rich maritime history. With its rich history and significant location, the Farallón Island Lighthouse is an important part of Uruguay's cultural heritage.

Light and tower

The light has a focal height of 26 metres. The light has a range of 10 nautical miles. It was automated in 1928. It is managed by [[File:EscARMADA.jpg|25px]][[National Navy of Uruguay]]. The NGA list of lights numbers it 19280. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it G0762.