Giannutri lighthouse, lighthouse in Tuscany, Italy
The Giannutri lighthouse is a beacon tower located at the southern tip of the island near Punta Rossa. The small cylindrical tower stands about 9 meters tall with red and white stripes and includes an attached one-story keeper's house painted in matching colors.
Built in 1882, the lighthouse has guided ships across the Tyrrhenian Sea for generations. Its original masonry construction has proven sturdy through the years while modern solar power has replaced earlier operational methods.
The lighthouse displays the distinctive red and white stripes that have become a symbol of Giannutri's maritime identity. This color scheme makes it recognizable from far away and defines the visual character of the island's southern tip.
The lighthouse sits along the coast and can be seen from boats or while walking the island's trails. Visitors exploring the island will easily notice the structure from its elevated position overlooking the southern shore.
The lighthouse operates fully automated and powered by solar energy with no keeper on site. The light flashes once every five seconds and can reach ships up to 13 nautical miles away.
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