Ponta Cais
Headland in Maio, Cape Verde
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Ponta Cais is a headland and the northernmost point of the island of Maio, Cape Verde.[3] It is about 8 km north of the nearest village, Cascabulho. There is a lighthouse on the headland.[2][1]
Ponta Cais | |
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 Ponta Cais Location within Cape Verde | |
| Coordinates: 15°20′16″N 23°10′48″W | |
| Location | Northern Maio, Cape Verde |
| Water bodies | Atlantic Ocean |
| Farol da Ponta Cais | |
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| Coordinates | 15°20′0″N 23°10′47″W |
| Foundation | concrete base |
| Construction | metal tower |
| Height | 7 metres (23 ft) |
| Power source | solar power  |
| Focal height | 14 metres (46 ft) |
| Range | 10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi)[1] |
| Characteristic | Fl W 7s. |
| Cape Verde no. | PT-2118[2] |
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