Torre del Mar Lighthouse

Torre del Mar Lighthouse

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Torre del Mar Lighthouse

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Location: Vélez-Málaga, La Axarquía, Malaga, Andalusia, Spain

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November 8, 2024

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The original lighthouse was built in 1864, but due to coastal erosion and other problems, it was rebuilt and relocated several times. The current lighthouse was finally built in its current position in 1976 after several moves.

The Torre del Mar lighthouse is not only a functional part of coastal navigation, but also a popular destination for a tour, especially at sunset. The lighthouse is a fine example of the combination of modern technology with the traditions of seafaring along the Spanish coast.

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JavierCR 🇪🇸

March 14, 2024

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The Torre del Mar Lighthouse, located in the municipality of Vélez-Málaga, is a Spanish maritime traffic lighthouse. This lighthouse began to be used in 1864 and has been moved several times. It is 29 meters high above sea level and 26 meters above the ground.

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Rinaldini

March 31, 2025

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The 9.6-meter-high old lighthouse, built in 1929, and the new, approximately 24.7-meter-high lighthouse, built in 1974, are still in operation. It is located directly on the promenade and is visible from afar. Its automatic signal has a range of approximately 13 nautical miles. Inside, 106 steps of an iron staircase lead up to the top. The small, 9-meter-high lighthouse, which stands next to the new "large" one, was built in 1969 but did not meet modern requirements.

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