Cabo Vírgenes Lighthouse

The lighthouse features a pyramid-shaped tower with black and white horizontal stripes, rising 26 meters above the Patagonian coastline at the southern tip of Argentina.

The lighthouse began operation in 1904 to guide vessels through the challenging waters of the Strait of Magellan, marking a new era in maritime safety.

The lighthouse stands as a testament to Argentina's maritime heritage, serving as a central point for understanding the development of coastal navigation in Patagonia.

Located at coordinates -52.333333 latitude and -68.35 longitude, the lighthouse remains active and maintains its original function of maritime navigation assistance.

The structure forms part of a natural reserve where visitors can observe a colony of 90,000 Magellanic penguins nesting near its base.

Location: Santa Cruz

Inception: 1904

Height: 26 m

GPS coordinates: -52.33333,-68.35000

Latest update: March 7, 2025 19:12