Capo Peloro lighthouse, Lighthouse at Faro Point, Messina, Italy
Capo Peloro lighthouse is an octagonal tower featuring black and white horizontal stripes and a grey metallic lantern at its top. The structure stands at the northeastern tip of Sicily, marking a key navigation point for ships passing through the Strait of Messina.
The original was built in 1853 and suffered severe damage during the 1908 earthquake. Reconstruction afterward resulted in a lower structure than the original design.
The lighthouse stands at the northeastern tip of Sicily, where ancient tales place the mythological Sirens and a temple dedicated to Neptune.
The lighthouse is automated and operated by the Italian Navy, meaning there are no public visiting hours for the interior. The best way to appreciate this landmark is from the water or from the nearby shore paths.
A single-story white stone keeper's house sits at the base of the lighthouse as part of the overall complex. This outbuilding shows how such navigation points were once staffed and maintained by residents.
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