Ponta dos Capelinhos Lighthouse
Ponta dos Capelinhos Lighthouse, Maritime navigation lighthouse in Capelo, Faial Island, Portugal.
The stone lighthouse rises 20 meters high with an octagonal tower, featuring a balcony and lantern above a two-story keeper residence.
Construction of the lighthouse began in 1894 following numerous requests from navigators who needed guidance in the waters near Faial Island.
The structure represents maritime navigation heritage in the Azores, marking centuries of seafaring traditions along the Portuguese archipelago.
Visitors can reach the lighthouse by car using the main road through Capelo, with designated parking spaces available near the entrance.
The 1957 volcanic eruption buried substantial portions of the lighthouse under ash, transforming it from an active beacon into a geological monument.
Location: Azores
Inception: 1894
Height: 20 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 38.59676,-28.82623
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:52
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