Tarifa Lighthouse, Lighthouse on southern tip of mainland Europe in Tarifa, Spain.
The white cylindrical tower rises 33 meters above the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the meeting point between Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
Built on the site of a 1588 watchtower, the structure began operating in 1813 with a provisional fixed white beam before receiving rotating reflectors in 1822.
The lighthouse stands as a navigation reference point between two continents, guiding maritime traffic through one of the world's busiest shipping channels.
Visitors can explore the lighthouse complex and its visitor center, learning about maritime navigation and the daily routines of former lighthouse keepers.
The lighthouse emits three white flashes and includes a red sector, distinguishing it from nearby Cape Spartel lighthouse across the strait in Morocco.
Location: Tarifa
Height: 33 m
GPS coordinates: 36.00028,-5.61028
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:05
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