Punta Beppe Tuccio Lighthouse

Punta Beppe Tuccio Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located on the island of Linosa, which is part of the Pelagie Islands in the Channel of Sicily, Italy. The lighthouse was built in 1891 and stands on the north eastern tip of the island. It features a cylindrical tower, 6 meters high, with a balcony and lantern rising from a one-storey keeper's house. The tower, building, and lantern are white, while the lantern dome is grey metallic.

The lighthouse emits four white flashes in a 20 seconds period, visible from a distance of 16 nautical miles. It is completely automated and managed by the Marina Militare, with the identification code number 3054 E.F. The keeper's house has 11 rooms and is situated at a height of 32 meters above sea level. The lighthouse is an important aid to navigation in the region.

The Punta Beppe Tuccio Lighthouse has a rich history, and its location on the island of Linosa makes it a significant landmark in the area. The island itself is a popular tourist destination, known for its natural beauty and unique wildlife. The lighthouse is a testament to the importance of navigation and maritime safety in the region, and its automated system ensures that it remains an effective aid to navigation.

Light and tower

It has a cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern atop a 1-storey keeper's house tower. The tower is built of masonry. Its daymark is white tower and lantern, grey metallic lantern dome. The light has a focal height of 32 metres. The light has a range of 16 nautical miles. It carries a Type OF<br />[[Focal length]]: 250mm lens. It is managed by Marina Militare. The NGA list of lights numbers it 10468. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it E2082.