Ponta Negra Light, Maritime beacon on Corvo Island, Azores.
Ponta Negra Light is a modern hexagonal concrete structure standing 3 meters tall on its namesake promontory. It emits white light signals every five seconds and operates on photovoltaic panels, reaching a visual range of about 9.7 kilometers across open water.
An original iron structure was built in 1910, standing 6 meters tall with a red-painted metal cabin on the island's south side. The current modern concrete version replaced this earlier construction.
This lighthouse is part of Azores maritime heritage and helps ships navigate these remote Atlantic waters safely. Visitors can sense the importance of this small island as a navigation point for seafaring.
The lighthouse sits on Ponta Negra promontory on Corvo and is best reached on foot when weather permits. The area is windy and open, so visitors should wear appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear.
The lighthouse stands beside traditional windmills along Caminho dos Moinhos and marks an important navigation point for ships crossing the Atlantic. This spot connects old farming traditions with modern seafaring at one of Europe's most isolated locations.
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