Faro di Punta Stilo, Coastal lighthouse in Monasterace, Italy
Faro di Punta Stilo is a coastal beacon positioned on a cliff with an octagonal tower rising 15 meters and displaying black and white horizontal stripes topped with a grey lantern. The structure guides maritime traffic across the Ionian Sea and helps vessels navigate safely through these waters.
Construction of this navigation structure began in 1891 and the first light signal was emitted in May 1895. The lighthouse represents an important period of coastal development along the Calabrian shoreline.
The lighthouse stands near archaeological remnants of the ancient Greek colony of Kaulon, linking maritime navigation with the traces of ancient civilization. Visitors can experience both the story of seafaring and the presence of classical history at the same location.
The lighthouse emits three white flashes every 15 seconds and can be seen by vessels up to 22 nautical miles away. The best time to visit is during twilight when the light signals are particularly visible.
The lighthouse property encompasses extensive grounds at this coastal point in Calabria with views over one of antiquity's major maritime routes. The location offers a perspective on trade and travel routes that connected the Greek colonies with Mediterranean centers.
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