Cape Melville lighthouse, Maritime beacon in Balabac Island, Philippines
The 20-meter octagonal stone tower of Cape Melville lighthouse stands on a hill at an elevation of 90 meters above sea level.
The Spanish government erected this lighthouse in 1892 to guide vessels through the dangerous waters of Balabac Strait between Philippines and Malaysia.
The lighthouse represents Philippine maritime heritage and now holds National Historical Landmark status under the National Historical Commission protection.
Visitors can reach the lighthouse through a journey from Puerto Princesa involving land transport and a three-hour boat ride across the Sulu Sea.
The original clockwork mechanism remains inside the structure, while a modern solar-powered aluminum tower now handles maritime navigation duties.
Location: Balabac
Location: Palawan
Inception: 1892
Height: 20 m
GPS coordinates: 7.81706,117.00194
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:56
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