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Mangunça Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Northern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mangunça Lighthouse

Mangunça lighthouse features a white quadrilateral metal tower constructed atop a quadrilateral masonry base. This structure reaches a height of 46 meters, with its light positioned at the same focal height. The lighthouse emits a white light. Its overall design combines metal and masonry elements.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the Baia de Sao Marcos, providing a geographic range of 28 nautical miles for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
28NM

Location

City
Northern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-1.6158°
Longitude
-44.6548°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White quadrilateral metal tower, on quadrilateral masonry tower; 131. BAIA DE SAO MARCOS:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0074
NGA No.
17676
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mangunça Lighthouse at night?+
Mangunça displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Mangunça Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mangunça Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Alcântara at 49.2 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mangunça Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mangunça Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Mangunça Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mangunça Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.