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El Faro Lighthouse, Mazatlan

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Lighthouse Tourist Spot
Casting its light for 48 nautical km (30 mi), El Faro Lighthouse represents one of the highest operating lighthouses in the world. Situated at 157 m (515 ft), visitors commonly hike to the top of the hill to admire the view across the ocean and surrounding mainland landscapes. Grab a refreshment from the top of the summit after your walk. The lighthouse was built in 1879 on landmass that was once an island of its own. Once the bulb is switched on, witness its strength--equivalent to the light of 600,000 candles. Plan to see El Faro Lighthouse and other attractions that appeal to you using our Mazatlan trip builder app .
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  • October 1, 2017
    It is in remodeling and do not allow the crosswalk. It is rumored that in a few months, it will be ready with better facilities and a zip-line. It will have to return.
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  • September 13, 2017
    We got up extra early and took a pulmonia (open air taxi) to the entrance of this place, expecting to hike up and view the sunrise, only to find it was closed for repairs. This must be a relatively re...  more »
  • September 10, 2017
    If you like the exercise go prepared, are many stairs to climb, but at the end you have your reward! Bring water, insect repellent and lots of attitude! Before you get there is a sewage treatment plant, smells bad at times, that this does not disappoint you, up there are no odors! The Hill is filled with cats, people bring them food and water, their home so that respect them, they will do them nothing. If you get the sunset is best of all! By the time is closed, they are remodeling it, hopefully be better!
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  • March 25, 2017
    Excellent view of Mazatlan, was a good exercise but only lasts 20 minutes, it is not as high as you would expect nor is Mazatlan so you will have the best possibly view
  • April 25, 2017
    A big climb. Worth it for the views. Keep your eyes out for the feral cats that live on the mountain.
  • December 29, 2016
    Amazing view of the city, port and ocean . But I took by bike with me and I had to carry it 350 stairs . Must visit while in mazatlan
  • May 4, 2017
    Amazing views!
  • April 22, 2017
    Hard to climb, but is worth the view :)
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