Cape Finisterre lighthouse located on Cape Finisterre in the northwestern region of Galicia, Spain. This iconic lighthouse stands at a height of 143 meters above sea level, on a rocky promontory that extends into the Atlantic Ocean.
The lighthouse was built in 1853 to provide a beacon for sailors navigating the treacherous waters of the Costa da Morte (Coast of Death), so named because of the many shipwrecks that have occurred along this rugged coastline. The original lighthouse was a stone tower, which was replaced by a metal tower in the 1920s. The current tower was built in 1996, and is 17 meters high.
The light emitted by the lighthouse is visible from up to 60 kilometers away, and it flashes every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is automated and is now operated remotely, but the original keeper's house still stands nearby and has been converted into a small museum.
The cape is a popular tourist destination, and visitors can take a walk along the rugged cliffs, enjoy the stunning ocean views, and take in the natural beauty of the area. In addition to the lighthouse and the museum, there are also several restaurants, shops, and other amenities in the area. The cape is also the endpoint of the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, which starts in the Pyrenees and spans across northern Spain.