Negril Historic Lighthouse, Negril (must see)
Negril Lighthouse was built in 1894 1.5 miles (2.4 km) south south east of the westernmost tip of the island by the French company Bubbler & Bernard. It is one of the earliest concrete lighthouses.
Its foundation is a tank 14 feet (4.3 m) deep, which is kept filled with water to keep the 20-metre (66 ft) (27 metres (89 ft) according to Rowlett) reinforced concrete tower balanced and secured in the event of an earthquake. The tower is topped with a lantern and gallery.
An automatic white light 30 m (100 feet) above sea level flashes every two seconds. The light was operated by gas initially, switching to acetylene in 1956 and solar energy in 1985.
Several adjacent one-story frame keeper's houses are staffed.
The site is a well-known attraction of the Negril area. It is maintained by the Port Authority of Jamaica, an agency of the Ministry of Transport and Works.
Its foundation is a tank 14 feet (4.3 m) deep, which is kept filled with water to keep the 20-metre (66 ft) (27 metres (89 ft) according to Rowlett) reinforced concrete tower balanced and secured in the event of an earthquake. The tower is topped with a lantern and gallery.
An automatic white light 30 m (100 feet) above sea level flashes every two seconds. The light was operated by gas initially, switching to acetylene in 1956 and solar energy in 1985.
Several adjacent one-story frame keeper's houses are staffed.
The site is a well-known attraction of the Negril area. It is maintained by the Port Authority of Jamaica, an agency of the Ministry of Transport and Works.
Sight description based on Wikipedia.
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Sight Name: Negril Historic Lighthouse
Sight Location: Negril, Jamaica (See walking tours in Negril)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Negril, Jamaica (See walking tours in Negril)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Negril, Jamaica
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Negril Beach Walk
One of Jamaica's popular tourist destinations is the town of Negril, located on the western edge of the island. The city offers a plethora of fun all year long, while its cliffs provide the surreal setting and quiet you may also be searching for. Snorkeling and exploring the crystal waters of the Caribbean by others means are all popular along Negril.
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 7.9 Km or 4.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 7.9 Km or 4.9 Miles