Is this the edge of the world? Standing here at the Entallada lighthouse, it certainly feels like it. Perched atop cliffs almost 200 meters above the raging Atlantic, the Entallada lighthouse has kept watch over these wild waters since 1954. One of the last lighthouses built in Spain with accommodation for its keepers, it stands as a monument to a bygone era. The Entallada lighthouse isn’t just a beacon for ships. Its powerful beam, flashing every 18 seconds, can be seen for 21 nautical miles – that’s almost 40 kilometers! And did you know, this lighthouse played a vital role during the Ifni conflict? It was used as an aerial beacon, guiding aircraft from Gando airfield towards the Spanish Sahara. Looking out from the Entallada lighthouse, you can almost imagine those planes soaring overhead. Today, the Entallada lighthouse offers more than just maritime guidance. It stands as a silent sentinel, a testament to human ingenuity and a gateway to breathtaking views. The vastness of the Atlantic stretching out before you, the rugged beauty of Fuerteventura’s volcanic landscape, it’s a sight that will stay with you long after you leave.
Entallada lighthouse
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