São Thomé Lighthouse

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São Thomé Lighthouse, Coastal lighthouse in Campos dos Goytacazes, Brazil.

The iron structure of São Thomé Lighthouse reaches 45 meters in height and features a rotating light that completes one turn every 68 seconds.

The French company Barbier & Fenestre constructed this lighthouse in 1882, using a design inspired by Swedish engineer Nils Gustaf von Heidenstam's iron frame concept.

This lighthouse stands as a primary maritime navigation reference point along the Brazilian coast, guiding vessels through the South Atlantic Ocean waters.

The lighthouse operates on commercial electric power with a backup kerosene system, projecting light beams visible from a distance of 19 nautical miles.

During World War II, the area surrounding São Thomé Lighthouse served as a landing zone for helicopter supply missions.

Location: Campos dos Goytacazes

Inception: July 29, 1882

Height: 45 m

GPS coordinates: -22.04222,-41.05306

Latest update: March 17, 2025 12:22

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