Folly Lighthouse
Lighthouse in Jamaica
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Built in 1888, Folly Lighthouse is a brick tower with lantern and gallery.[1] It flashes a white light every 10 seconds that is visible for 13 miles (21 km).[3] The light is solar powered.[1] A garden surrounds the lighthouse.[3][4]
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| Location | Folly Peninsula Port Antonio Jamaica[1] |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 18.188862°N 76.443104°W[2] |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1888  |
| Construction | brick tower[1] |
| Height | 49 feet (15 m)[1] |
| Shape | tapered cylindrical tower |
| Markings | tower painted with orange-red and white bands |
| Power source | solar power |
| Operator | Port Authority of Jamaica |
| Heritage | national monument |
| Light | |
| First lit | 1888[3] |
| Focal height | 53 feet (16 m)[1] |
| Range | 13 miles (21 km) |
| Characteristic | Fl W 10s.[1] |
It is maintained by the Port Authority of Jamaica, an agency of the Ministry of Transport and Works.[1]
