Cape Agulhas Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in L'Agulhas, South Africa
The 27-meter high cylindrical tower features red and white stripes and stands at the southernmost point of Africa where two oceans merge.
Colonel Charles Michell initiated the lighthouse construction plan in 1837, leading to international funding efforts and completion in December 1848.
The lighthouse structure includes a museum section displaying maritime artifacts and a restaurant in the former keeper's quarters.
Visitors need to climb 71 steps to reach the top viewing platform, which provides views extending 30 nautical miles across the ocean.
The lighthouse design draws inspiration from the ancient Egyptian Faros lighthouse, using local limestone as the primary construction material.
Location: L'Agulhas
Inception: 1849
Height: 27 m
GPS coordinates: -34.82940,20.00900
Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:54
These maritime structures span several centuries and continents, from North America to Asia. Each lighthouse features distinct architectural elements and engineering characteristics. The towers stand as navigation points for maritime traffic and represent regional maritime heritage.
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