Fort William Lighthouse
Historic lighthouse on Dawson's Hill in Cape Coast, Ghana.
Perched on Dawson's Hill in Cape Coast, Ghana, Fort William Lighthouse is a UNESCO World Heritage site recognized for its ties to the transatlantic trade and colonial rule. Originally built in 1820 as Smith's Tower under British Governor Hope-Smith, it was rebuilt in the 1830s and given its current name. Though sometimes called Cape Coast Castle Light, it stands about 600 meters from that castle.
Quick Facts
- Location
- Dawson's Hill, Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana
- Country
- Ghana
- Height
- 20 m (approx.)
- Shape
- Square tower with lantern
- Marking
- White tower, red lantern roof
- Lens
- Originally oil lamp; modernized with electric light
- Range
- 10 nautical miles (approx.)
- Characteristic
- Fl (2) W 15s (two white flashes every 15 seconds)
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