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Punta Rasa Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇺Cuba, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Rasa Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1896, stands 30 meters tall and features red and white horizontal bands. Its focal plane is 34 meters above sea level. The light emits two green flashes every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is operational and has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. It is identified by NGA number 12894 and Admiralty number J4948.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the west side of the entrance to Gibara in Holguín province.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)G. period 6s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1896

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4948
NGA No.
12894
ARLHS No.
CUB-033
Wikidata
Q61669415 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: White round tower, red banded; 98

Location

City
Cuba
Country
🇨🇺CU
Latitude
21.1501°
Longitude
-76.1306°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Rasa Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Rasa displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Punta Rasa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Rasa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gibara at 2.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Puerto da Vita (10 NM ESE), Puerto Padre (26.4 NM W), Banes (27.6 NM ESE), ANTILLA (29.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Rasa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Rasa 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 Punta Rasa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Rasa 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.