Английская Википедия:Cabo Branco Lighthouse
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The Cabo Branco Lighthouse is located on the cliffs of Cabo Branco, a beach and neighborhood in João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil. Situated-approximately Шаблон:Convert to the north of Ponta do Seixas, easternmost point of the entire Americas. It is one of the most important and visited places in João Pessoa. It was once the Easternmost point of the American continent, but due to the erosion of the coastline, it lost its title to Ponta do Seixas.[1]
History
A concrete triangular tower, with three projections pointed in a wing shape Шаблон:Convert above the floor. The tower is painted white with a horizontal black strip immediately above the wings. It is not a true lighthouse as it lacks a light, but rather a type of navigation marker.
The tower was inaugurated in April 1972, during the government of Emilio Medici. The beacon of "Cape White" has a triangular shape with wings, the only one like it in the world. The architects had the intention to represent a sisal plant in the design of the lighthouse. Sisal has been one of the most lasting economic mainstays in the state of Paraiba.
Initially, a very modern lightning equipment was installed – an AGA system with rotating panels of sealed halogen lamps with an 18-mile range. However, due to its poor performance, it was replaced in 1976 by an acetylene gas system. A new acrylic lantern was installed in 1987 when the lighthouse was electrified.[1]
See also
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External links
- Centro de Sinalização Náutica Almirante Moraes Rego Шаблон:In lang
- Video on Cabo Branco lighthouse (Farol do Cabo Branco)
- Article about the Cabo Branco Lighthouse Шаблон:In lang
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