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South Point Lighthouse
South Point Lighthouse in 2007.
Map
LocationSouth Point, Barbados
Coordinates13°02′50″N 59°31′46″W / 13.04713°N 59.52941°W / 13.04713; -59.52941
Tower
Constructed1852
Constructioncast iron tower
Height27 metres (89 ft)
Shapecylindrical tower with balcony and lantern
Markingswhite and red horizontal bands
Light
Focal height44 metres (144 ft)
Range17 nmi (31 km; 20 mi) Edit this on Wikidata
CharacteristicFI (3) W 30s.

South Point Lighthouse is a lighthouse located in the south of Barbados. Its height is 89 ft.[2]

History

It is the oldest lighthouse in Barbados. It was brought to Barbados in 1852, one year after being shown at London’s Great Exhibition, and reassembled on the southernmost point of the island. Although still listed as active, the lighthouse is now considered to be more of a national landmark and tourist attraction, with its grounds (but not tower) being made open to the public. (From Central Bank of Barbados) The lighthouse has been depicted on the reverse of the 5 cent coin since 1973.

See also

References

  1. ^ Rowlett, Russ. "Lighthouses of Barbados". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Retrieved December 18, 2015.
  2. ^ Barbados Sightseeing: Historic Places: South Point Lighthouse