Fort George (Baron Bliss)

The Baron Bliss Lighthouse is located in Belize City, Belize, and stands on the site of a former Spanish fortress that was damaged during the Battle of St. George's Caye in 1798. The lighthouse was built in 1885 and has a focal plane of 16 meters (52 feet). It is a concrete tower with a tapered pillar shape and a distinctive red band at the base. The lighthouse is painted white and red and stands at a height of 15 meters (49 feet).

The lighthouse is named after Baron Bliss, a sailor and fisherman who traveled the world and was known for his warm relationships with the people of Belize. Despite never setting foot on Belizean shores, Baron Bliss left instructions to be buried near the sea, and a granite tomb was built in his honor. The lighthouse was constructed nearby as a monument to Baron Bliss and has since become a major tourist attraction in Belize.

The Baron Bliss Lighthouse has been used for multiple purposes, including serving as a traffic warning for boats and as a advertising icon for Belikin beer. It is featured on billboards, coasters, and other promotional items around the country, and is listed as one of the top things to do in Belize on TripAdvisor. The lighthouse is a significant part of Belize's history and culture, and its unique design and location make it a popular sightseeing destination.

Light and tower

It has a tapered pillar tower with balcony and no lantern tower. The tower is built of concrete. Its daymark is white tower and red band at the base, red balcony. The light has a focal height of 16 metres. The light has a range of 8 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is F R 5s. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it J5954.