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Tarrafal Beach
Tarrafal · 734m from downtown
Tarrafal Concentration Camp Museum
Tarrafal · 1.5 km from downtown
Tarrafal 360 tour
Tarrafal · 551m from downtown
Piscinas naturais
Milho Branco · 6.5 km from Tarrafal
Lighthouse Dona Maria Pia
Lighthouse Dona Maria Pia stands on the cliffs of Ponta Temerosa at the southern tip of Santiago Island, guarding the entrance to the port of Praia. Locals also call it the Ponta Temerosa Lighthouse or the Praia Lighthouse. The lighthouse was built in 1881 and named after the then-Queen of Portugal, Maria Pia. It was the first of many lighthouses to be lit across the Cape Verde islands, marking a significant milestone in the modern maritime history of Cape Verde. The white octagonal masonry tower stands over 20m tall, topped with a lantern room and gallery. The gray dome of the lantern room contrasts with the white walls, and it is attached to a single-story keeper's cottage. After a complete renovation, it remains in service today, flashing white light twice every few seconds at night to guide ships entering and leaving the port. Today, this lighthouse is a highly recognizable landmark in Praia, often referred to as the city's postcard. Visitors can walk along the cape to the foot of the lighthouse to overlook the Atlantic Ocean, the ships entering and leaving the harbor, and the city skyline. At dusk, the white tower set against the sunset glow on the sea is a popular photo opportunity.Praia · 49 km from Tarrafal
Divecenter Santiago
Tarrafal · 1.1 km from downtown
Tuna Point
Tarrafal · 1 km from downtown
Mar di Baxu
Tarrafal · 772m from downtown
Beautiful Harbor
Mangue de Setes Ribeiras · 9.3 km from Tarrafal
Tarrafal Square
Tarrafal · 451m from downtown
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biubiudidiNovember 8, 2024
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This is an abandoned lighthouse, which was under repair when we went there. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean, and looks beautiful from a distance, but not so-so up close. When we approached, a black friend came out and asked us in English if we wanted to go inside. We saw that it was under construction and there was no one guarding the gate, so we thought it would be good to go in and take a look. But the other party wanted to charge 5 euros per person. We didn't have any cash and there was no electronic payment, so we didn't go in. We saw there were stairs, so we should be able to climb the tower.
Lighthouse Dona Maria Pia