📜 Historic lighthouse built on the ruins of the San Francisco Javier convent. 🔍 Offers panoramic views of Colonia del Sacramento and Rio de la Plata. It saved countless lives navigating the Rio de la Plata, an area known as a naval graveyard due to strong winds and shipwrecks. The city's historic quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. # Why Go 🌊 Panoramic views of the city and Rio de la Plata 📜 Explore a cultural heritage monument 🏛️ Explore a significant historic landmark ✨ Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🧐 Learn about maritime history and shipwrecks 🚶 Easy access in the historic quarter # Why Avoid ♿ Not wheelchair accessible # Cost 💰 Entrance fee required. # 📍 Location Historic Quarter, Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay # 🏗️ Details Constructed in 1857, 26 meters (85 ft) high. Solar-powered since 1997. It was built on the site of the 1690 Convent of San Francisco Javier, which was destroyed by fire in 1705.