Grand-Bassam Lightouse, Colonial lighthouse in Grand-Bassam, Côte d'Ivoire.
The 24-meter masonry tower stands on a barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and Lagune Ouladine, featuring a white exterior and keeper's house.
Constructed in 1915 during French colonial rule, the lighthouse guided ships until 1951 when changes in the lagoon's configuration led to its deactivation.
The lighthouse forms part of Grand-Bassam's UNESCO World Heritage designation, representing maritime navigation developments in West African coastal settlements.
The lighthouse grounds remain open to visitors from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, allowing exploration of the structure and surrounding colonial architecture.
Maritime authorities continue to list this inactive lighthouse under identification codes D3137.5 and ICO013, maintaining its presence in nautical documentation.
Location: Grand-Bassam
Address: 6749+38W, Grand-Bassam, Côte d'Ivoire Grand-Bassam
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-18:00
GPS coordinates: 5.20512,-3.73168
Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:22
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