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Green Point Lighthouse

Mouille Point

The Green Point Lighthouse, in Beach Road, Mouille Point, Cape Town was the first solid lighthouse structure on the South African coast, first lit on 12 April 1824.

Flanked by a promenade used by runners and walkers, the Green Point Lighthouse, in Beach Road, Mouille Point, Cape Town was the first solid lighthouse structure on the South African coast, first lit on 12 April 1824.

The Green Point Lighthouse, in Beach Road, Mouille Point, Cape Town was the first solid lighthouse structure on the South African coast, first lit on 12 April 1824.

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About Green Point Lighthouse

Green Point Lighthouse is an eye-catching landmark in Mouille Point with its bold red and white candy stripes.

Dating back to 1824, it was the first solidly constructed lighthouse built on South Africa’s coastline. The original lanterns were equipped with single wick Argand lamps fueled by sperm whale oil. The weak rays could not be seen further than 6 sea miles.

In 1865 the tower was extended to its present height and was electrified in 1929. The lantern was replaced with a 3rd order dioptic lens flashing light that can be seen for 25 nautical miles. Visitors can take a self-guided tour inside the tower.

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