Punta della Guardia Lighthouse


Punta della Guardia Lighthouse is an active lighthouse in Ponza, Italy.

History

The Island of Ponza is the largest of the Pontine Islands. A previous lighthouse, dating from 1866, was located 226 meters above sea level. The current lighthouse was activated in 1886, and has been autonomous since the 1970s.

Description

The structure stands on a large cliff connected to the rest of the island by a very narrow isthmus. It consists of a 17-meter-high octagonal masonry tower, with a gallery and lantern.