Carbonera Lighthouse facts for kids
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| Carbonera Lighthouse | |
| Location | La Alcaidesa Andalusia Spain |
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| Coordinates | 36°14′40″N 5°18′05″W / 36.24455°N 5.30127°W |
| Year first constructed | 1588 |
| Tower shape | cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern attached to 1-storey keeper’s house |
| Height | 14 metres (46 ft) |
| Focal height | 39 metres (128 ft) |
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Carbonera Lighthouse (Spanish: Faro de carbonera) is an active lighthouse located on Punta Mala, La Alcaidesa, Spain, it overlooks the Strait of Gibraltar.
History
The original lighthouse was built in 1588, and later restored in the 18th century and 1989. Its other name is Torre de Punta Mala. There is a small ruin of the Casa de Carbonera (charcoal-maker's house) next to the lighthouse. .....
See also
In Spanish: Faro de Carbonera para niños
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