Managing Organization:
Parque Estadual de Itapuã
Website: http://www.bemtevibrasil.com.br/itapua.htm
Notes:
This lighthouse is within the Parque Estadual de Itapuã; it was restored in 2002.
Tower Height: 43
Height of Focal Plane: 56
Characteristic and Range: White flash every 6 seconds.
Description of Tower: White, octagonal brick tower on keeper's dwelling; lantern roof and gallery railing are red.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1860
Date Present Tower Built: 1860
Current Use: Active aid to navigation, education center.
Open To Public? Yes.
Directions:
The lighthouse is included in tours from Itapuã on weekends; see www.faroldeitapua.com.br
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