Porto Pí

Porto Pí has a focal height of 41 metres, a tower height of 38 metres and a range of 18 nautical miles. It was built in 1617.

Focal height
41 metres
Tower height
38 metres
Range
18 nautical miles
Built
1617
First lit
1617
Light characteristic
Fl (2) W 15s.
Coordinates
39.54858, 2.62362
Porto Pí

The Porto Pí Lighthouse is located in Palma harbour on the Balearic Island of Majorca, Spain. It is one of the oldest operating lighthouses in the world and a historic monument. The lighthouse was first lit in 1617 and features a three-stage square tower with three balconies and a lantern. The tower is constructed of stone and stands at a height of 38 meters, with a focal height of 41 meters.

The Porto Pí Lighthouse is still active today, with a range of 18 nautical miles and a characteristic of two white flashes every 15 seconds. The lighthouse is managed by the Comisión de faros and is a significant landmark in the region. Its historic status is recognized, and it is considered a notable example of 17th-century architecture.

The lighthouse has a rich history, with its construction dating back to the early 17th century. It has been an important aid to navigation for centuries, helping to guide ships safely into Palma harbour. Today, the Porto Pí Lighthouse remains an iconic symbol of the region and a popular tourist attraction, attracting visitors from around the world who come to marvel at its historic significance and stunning architecture.

Light and tower

It lies on the Mediterranean. It has a three-stage square tower with three balconies and lantern tower. The tower is built of stone. Its daymark is unpainted stone tower, grey lantern. The light has a focal height of 41 metres. The light has a range of 18 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is Fl (2) W 15s. It was first lit in 1617. It is managed by Comisión de faros.

Details

Name
Porto Pí Lighthouse<br />''Palma de Mallorca''<br />''Torre Senyals''
Marking
unpainted stone tower, grey lantern
Range Nm
18
Year Built
1617
Tower Shape
three-stage square tower with three balconies and lantern
Body Of Water
Mediterranean
Location Text
[[Palma, Majorca|Palma]]<br />[[Majorca]]<br />[[Spain]]
Focal Height M
41
Managing Agent
Comisión de faros
Tower Height M
38
Year First Lit
1617
Light Characteristic
Fl (2) W 15s.
Construction Material
stone