Designed by the architect Emili Pou who planned a number of lights in the Balearic Islands, work started in 1861 and it first became operational in April 1863.

[1] It marks the entrance to the old port, but its exposed position has caused problems due to waves breaking over the cliffs, especially during heavy storms when seawater has flooded the lower levels of the buildings.

[5] Located on the Cami Sa Farola, which forms part of the Camí de Cavalls a long distance footpath that circumnavigates the island.

[1][2] The lighthouse is operated and maintained by the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands, and is registered under the international Admiralty number E0344 and has the NGA identifier of 113-5188.

[2] Situated on the Sa Farola point on the western side of the harbour entry, the buildings and tower are easily visible but are not open to the public.