The Muelle Osmeña is a historic wharf in Lapu-Lapu, Philippines. It host a lighthouse which stands along the Mactan Channel.[1] The structure was built in 1910 which is made out of coral stones.[2] It is named after Philippine President Sergio Osmeña, who was also a native of Cebu.[2]
 Muelle Osmeña in 2010 | |
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| Location | Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines |
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| Coordinates | 10°18′49″N 123°56′53″E / 10.313528°N 123.948°E |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1910  |
| Construction | coral rag |
| Markings | blue, white |
| Light | |
| Focal height | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Range | 6 nmi (11 km; 6.9 mi) |
| Characteristic | Fl R 5s |
In December 2020, the lighthouse structure had a blue and white facade with some presence of cracks. It was repurposed as a storage area and sleeping quarters of the homeless which prompted the Lapu-Lapu city government to launch a restoration program for the Muelle Osmeña.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b Palaubsanon, Mitchelle (30 December 2020). "Lapu-Lapu City to restore historic light house". The Philippine Star (in English and Cebuano). Retrieved 10 April 2021.
- ^ a b Sison, Bebot Jr.; Gorit, Gerry Lee; Felipe, Cecille Suerte (26 May 2016). "Gabii sa kabilin, Participating Museums and Sites - Part 4". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 10 April 2021.
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