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Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇻🇪Parroquia Antonio José de Sucre, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse

Also known as: Promontorio de Paria (Punta Peñas)

A skeletal fiberglass tower, standing 12 meters tall, marks the extreme tip of the Paria Peninsula. It displays orange and white horizontal bands and emits a white light, flashing once every 15 seconds. The focal height of the light is 75 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 22 nautical miles. This lighthouse is situated in Sucre State, Venezuela, near the settlement of Parroquia Antonio José de Sucre. The nearest port, Chaguaramas, is approximately 12.7 kilometers away. The structure serves as a key navigational aid on the west side of the Dragon's Mouths.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding maritime traffic through the Dragon's Mouths, a critical and often challenging passage between Venezuela and Trinidad. It specifically marks the west side of this strait, helping ships navigate safely past the extreme tip of the Paria Peninsula and avoid potential hazards in this constricted waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
75m
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Parroquia Antonio José de Sucre
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Sucre State
Sea Region
extreme tip of the Paria Peninsula, marking the west side of the Dragon's Mouths
Latitude
10.7355°
Longitude
-61.8495°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with orange and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: skeletal tower, painted with orange and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chaguaramas(12.7 km)
Admiralty No.
J6516
NGA No.
17195.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse at night?+
Promontorio de Paria displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chaguaramas at 12.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Carenage (14.9 NM ESE), Puerto de Hierro (16 NM WSW), Tembladora (16.2 NM ESE), Port-of-Spain (20.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Promontorio de Paria 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 Promontorio de Paria Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Promontorio de Paria 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.