FAROL DAS CONCHAS
The island's most famous view
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ABOUT
Farol das Conchas is the postcard landmark of Ilha do Mel. Built between 1870 and 1872 by order of Emperor D. Pedro II, the lighthouse sits atop Morro das Conchas and offers the most spectacular view of the entire island. There are about 140 steps of staircase to the top, where you see 360 degrees of scenery — all beaches, the sea, the hills and the villages. The construction used materials imported from Scotland and internal visits are not allowed, but the external viewpoint is more than enough. The location served as a set for the film "A Ostra e o Vento" (1997).
✨ HIGHLIGHTS
- •360° view of entire Ilha do Mel
- •Built in 1872 by D. Pedro II
- •Set of the film "A Ostra e o Vento"
- •Materials imported from Scotland
- •Unforgettable sunset
💡 TIPS
- •Go at sunset for the best experience
- •Takes 30 min of flat walking + 10 min of staircase
- •Entering inside the lighthouse is not allowed
- •Bring water — the climb is tiring
- •Arrive early to get the top empty
LOCATION
📜 HISTORY
built: 1870-1872
builder: English company (materials from Scotland)
order By: Emperor D. Pedro II
engineer: Zózimo Barroso
INFORMATION
NEAREST PIER
Recommended entry point for this location
