This lighthouse built in the 19th century looks out over the sea from the top of the cliff. The road that passes under it is among the most scenic on the Portuguese coast.

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The Cabo Mondego Lighthouse is located at Cabo Mondego, in the Serra da Boa Viagem mountain range, near Figueira da Foz, Portugal. It is an important coastal landmark that guides navigation along the central Portuguese coast.

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History: The original lighthouse was established in 1858, but the current structure was completed in 1922. It was classified as being of municipal interest in 2004.
Function: It is a coastal lighthouse with a range of 28 nautical miles (approximately 51.5 km), situated at an altitude of 97 meters.

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