Farol Dona Maria Pia - Praia, Cape Verde
Posted by: Torgut
N 14° 54.023 W 023° 30.566
27P E 230017 N 1648828
Also known as Farol da Ponta Tenebrosa, it was built in 1880 and named after the Queen of Portugal
Waymark Code: WMQ7DK
Location: Cabo Verde
Date Posted: 01/03/2016
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This is a great place to visit in Praia, capital city of Cape Verde. The lighthouse is located a bit off the town and it's usually safe to walk there and around.
There is a friendly guardian who will gladly provide access to any visitors for 1 Eur (2015).
The light was originally generated by gas, then by electricity. It's still active and there are renovation works planned for the lighthouse.
A great article in Portuguese about this lighthouse:
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visit link)