Ponta das Palmeirinhas Lighthouse

The Ponta das Palmeirinhas Lighthouse is located in Angola. It was first built in 1889 and then rebuilt in 1936. The current structure is a quadrangular skeletal tower with a balcony and light, standing at a height of 27 meters and a focal height of 40 meters. The lighthouse has a range of 21 nautical miles and a characteristic of flashing white light every 4.5 seconds.

The lighthouse has undergone several changes in its structure over the years, with the first being a square pyramidal skeletal tower and the second being an octagonal pyramidal skeletal tower. The current structure is made of steel, with a concrete base. The lighthouse is an important aid to navigation in the area, providing guidance to ships and boats.

The Ponta das Palmeirinhas Lighthouse is one of the notable landmarks in Angola, with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century. Although the surrounding area has undergone significant changes, including the creation of the municipality of Belas in 2011, the lighthouse remains a significant structure in the region, serving its purpose as a navigational aid.

Light and tower

The light has a focal height of 40 metres. The light has a range of 21 nautical miles. The NGA list of lights numbers it 25600. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it D5150.