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Managing Organization:
Philippines Coast Guard/Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Development Inc.
Notes:
This lighthouse was damaged in a 1990 earthquake. It is the most visited lighthouse in the Philippines. The light is automated and solar powered, but there is still a resident keeper. Tower Height: 65 Height of Focal Plane: 386 Characteristic and Range: Three white flashes every 5 seconds. Description of Tower: Octagonal lighthouse tower, with cylindrical lantern, attached to brick keeper's quarters.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1892 Date Present Tower Built: 1892 Optics: First order Fresnel lens. Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Yes. Directions:
The lighthouse is 45 kilometers (28 miles) north of Laoag City. Keepers: Mang Ruben (c. 1992- )
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