Carranza Lighthouse facts for kids
| Location | Punta Santa Ana Maule Region Chile |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35°33′36″S 72°36′48″W / 35.56000°S 72.61333°W |
| Year first lit | 1895 |
| Construction | cast iron |
| Tower shape | square |
| Markings / pattern | red and white bands |
| Height | 18.8 m (62 ft) |
| Focal height | 52 m (171 ft) |
| Intensity | 0,000 candela |
| Range | 21 nmi (39 km) |
The Carranza Lighthouse, also called Lighthouse Cabo Carranza, is an old but still working lighthouse in Chile. It was built in the 1800s. You can find it in the Maule Region of Chile. This lighthouse is one of many important lighthouses in Chile that help ships navigate.
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What is the Carranza Lighthouse?
The Carranza Lighthouse started working on September 1, 1895. It is located near a place called Caleta Loanco. This lighthouse is special because it is the only one in Chile with a metal tower shaped like a pyramid. Its base is a rectangle.
Why was the lighthouse built?
The lighthouse was built to help ships avoid crashing. Many ships had accidents near Punta Santa Ana. One famous shipwreck was the Cazador. It sank on January 30, 1856.
Another ship, the SS John Elder, also had trouble nearby. It was lost on January 17, 1892. This happened during a trip between Valparaíso and Talcahuano. Luckily, all 132 people on board were safe. The lighthouse helps prevent such accidents today.
How does the lighthouse help today?
Today, people from the Chilean Navy work at the lighthouse. Their main job is to help ships find their way safely. Since 1979, the lighthouse has also been used as a weather station. This means it helps forecast the weather for ships and the local area.
See also
- Lighthouses in Chile
- List of lighthouses in Chile
