Punta Paratella Lighthouse

Punta Paratella Lighthouse (Italian: Faro di Punta Paratella) is an active lighthouse located on the northernmost extremity of Gorgona, one of the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, 15 nautical miles (28 km; 17 mi) from Livorno.

The lighthouse consists of a cylindrical white fibreglass tower 5 metres (16 ft) high, placed at 105 metres (344 ft) above sea level.

The lantern is powered by a solar unit and emits one long flash every 10 seconds visible up to 9 nautical miles (17 km; 10 mi).

The lighthouse is fully automated and is operated by Marina Militare identified by the code number 1983 E.F.[1]

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