Carranza lighthouse, Coastal lighthouse in Maule Region, Chile
The Carranza Lighthouse stands 18.8 meters tall with red and white bands, featuring a metallic pyramidal tower on a rectangular base.
The lighthouse began operations in 1895 following multiple shipwrecks near Punta Santa Ana, including the notable Cazador incident in 1856.
The structure represents Chilean maritime engineering from the 19th century and continues to serve the Chilean Navy as a navigational aid.
The lighthouse maintains a light range of 21 nautical miles and functions as a meteorological station, collecting climate data since 1979.
The structure distinguishes itself as the only lighthouse in Chile constructed with a metallic pyramidal design on a rectangular foundation.
GPS coordinates: -35.56090,-72.61781
Latest update: March 12, 2025 16:43
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