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Roman Rock Lighthouse

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Foundation
  
stone basement

Light source
  
solar power

Opened
  
1861

Year first constructed
  
1861

Construction
  
cast iron tower

Height
  
14 m

Focal height
  
17 m

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Location
  
Simon's Town Western Cape South Africa

Tower shape
  
cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern

Markings / pattern
  
white tower and lantern

Similar
  
The Heritage Museum, Slangkop Lighthouse, Simon's Town Museum, South African Naval Mu, Green Point Lighthous

Roman rock lighthouse south africa


Roman Rock Lighthouse is a lighthouse in False Bay, near Simon's Town. It is the only lighthouse in South Africa built on a single rock.

Contents

Map of Roman Rock Light House, South Africa

The light was first exhibited on 16 September 1861

The light was electrified in 1992 at the request of the South African Navy.

References

Roman Rock Lighthouse Wikipedia