Mucuripe Lighthouse, Historic lighthouse in Mucuripe, Fortaleza, Brazil.
The 22-meter-tall lighthouse structure displays white walls and classic architectural elements from the 19th century maritime construction period.
Built between 1840 and 1846 by enslaved workers, the lighthouse guided ships approaching Fortaleza's coast until its deactivation in 1957.
The building transformed into Museu do Farol in 1982, preserving maritime artifacts and documents that detailed the colonial history of Fortaleza.
Located between Mucuripe and Praia do Futuro beaches at coordinates -3.707801, -38.470409, the lighthouse stands near restaurants and coastal attractions.
Modern wind turbines now generate power for the port directly across from this retired navigation structure, creating a contrast of maritime eras.
Location: Fortaleza
Inception: 1846
GPS coordinates: -3.70780,-38.47041
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:06
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