Beacon of Home cape, Coastal beacon in Santo André do Hío, Spain.
Beacon of Home cape is a white coastal signal structure located on the Atlantic shore near Santo André do Hío in Galicia. The building sits on a rocky outcrop and emits regular light signals during nighttime hours to aid navigation.
The beacon was established to guide vessels through treacherous waters along the Galician Atlantic coast. Over time the installation was modernized and now operates through automated systems.
The lighthouse forms part of the maritime heritage system that connects coastal communities and maintains safe navigation passages in Galician waters.
The beacon is best reached by water or through coastal footpaths. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and be cautious around the rocky terrain.
The beacon operates under the international identification number D1876 and maintains continuous operation through automated systems at coordinates 42°15'11"N, 8°52'23"W.
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