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Name: Punta José Ignacio Light  

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Also known as: Faro Punta José Ignacio

Nearest Town or City:
Punta del Este, , Uruguay

Location: Southeast coast of Uruguay.


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Photo: Nancy J. Rau

Managing Organization:
Armada Nacional

Website: http://www.armada.gub.uy/Dimat/SOHMA/Faros/punta_jose_ignacio.htm

Tower Height: 82

Height of Focal Plane: 105

Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every two seconds, visible for 15 nautical miles.

Description of Tower: Brown conical stone tower, red and white lantern, dwelling attached.

This light is operational

Date Established: 1877

Date Present Tower Built: 1877

Current Use: Active aid to navigation.


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