Danger Point Lighthouse, Maritime beacon at Danger Point, Gansbaai, South Africa.
The white octagonal masonry tower rises 17 meters above the southern point of Walker Bay, featuring a red lantern and a surrounding balcony.
The lighthouse began operating on January 1, 1895, following numerous maritime accidents that claimed over 140 ships between Danger Point and Cape Infanta.
The HMS Birkenhead shipwreck near the lighthouse in 1852 established the maritime protocol of evacuating women and children first during disasters.
Visitors can climb 99 steps to reach the tower summit and explore the grounds without admission fees during scheduled open days throughout the year.
The lighthouse emits three light beams every forty seconds, visible from 27 nautical miles away, helping ships navigate the treacherous underwater reefs.
GPS coordinates: -34.63041,19.30249
Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:27
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