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Viernes, 29 de Marzo de 2024

Punta del Este 12

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Atractivos

Faro de Punta del Este

Historic Site

English

Built in 1860 by Tomás Libarona and inaugurated on 17 November, the lighthouse was built with volcanic ash imported from Italy.

It is 44 mt high, has a geographical range of 18 miles, and an 11-mile light range.

It issues 2 white flashes every 8 seconds.

Península

The peninsula of Punta del Este is a piece of land that divides the Rio de la Plata and the Atlantic Ocean.

Gorlero Avenue divides the peninsula in half. It ends on 15th Street, and the land turns towards the east at this point.   +  

Location

  • Adress El Faro (5) y 2 de Febrero (10)
  • Phone 42 44 18 73
  • Map 4