Cape Ortegal Lighthouse, Coastal lighthouse in Cariño, Spain.
Cape Ortegal Lighthouse is a concrete navigation aid situated on Spain's rugged northern coast near Cariño. The white tower with red markings and circular balconies serves as a visual and functional marker for the coastline.
The structure was built in 1984 by the Port Authority of Ferrol-San Cibrao following planning that started two years earlier. It was created to meet the need for reliable navigation aids at this exposed coastal section.
The lighthouse stands as a navigational marker deeply rooted in the fishing and maritime traditions of northern Spain's coast. Visitors can observe how this structure represents the region's long relationship with the sea and its waters.
The lighthouse is easily accessible from the coastal road and offers views toward the Bay of Biscay. The shoreline here is windier and more rugged than many other Spanish coastal zones, so weatherproof clothing is advisable.
The lighthouse runs on solar power, combining modern technology with traditional navigation function. This independence from power grids makes it a reliable beacon even at this windy and isolated coastal post.
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