Punta della Guardia Lighthouse
Punta della Guardia Lighthouse has a focal height of 112 metres, a tower height of 17 metres and a range of 24 nautical miles. It was built in 1886.
- Focal height
- 112 metres
- Tower height
- 17 metres
- Range
- 24 nautical miles
- Built
- 1886
- Coordinates
- 40.8779, 12.95358
The Punta della Guardia Lighthouse is located on the Island of Ponza, the largest of the Pontine Islands in Italy. The lighthouse was built in 1886, replacing a previous lighthouse from 1866. It is situated on a large cliff connected to the rest of the island by a narrow isthmus.
The current lighthouse stands at 17 meters high, with an octagonal masonry tower featuring a gallery and lantern. Its focal height is 112 meters, and it has been autonomous since the 1970s. The structure was activated in 1886 and remains an active lighthouse to this day.
The Punta della Guardia Lighthouse has a rich history, serving as a guiding light for mariners navigating the waters surrounding Ponza Island. Its unique location and striking design make it a notable landmark in the area, attracting visitors and maritime enthusiasts alike.
Light and tower
It has an octagonal tower with gallery and lantern tower. The light has a focal height of 112 metres. The light has a range of 24 nautical miles. The NGA list of lights numbers it 9224. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it E1588.
Details
- Range Nm
- 24
- Nga Number
- 9224
- Year Built
- 1886
- Description
- '''Punta della Guardia Lighthouse''' () is an active lighthouse in Ponza, Italy.
- Tower Shape
- octagonal tower with gallery and lantern
- Image Caption
- The lighthouse
- Location Text
- [[Ponza]]<br />[[Lazio]]<br />[[Italy]]
- Focal Height M
- 112
- Tower Height M
- 17
- Admiralty Number
- E1588