by InTrieste
The Victory Lighthouse, better known as Faro della Vittoria, reopens its doors to public on Saturday, 30 March, after months of closure.
Of Trieste’s many famous landmarks, none stand taller (either figuratively or literally) than the Victory Lighthouse located to the north of the city centre on Gretta Hill. Built to commemorate those who died during the First World War, it was originally designed by the Triestine architect Arduino Berlam immediately following the end of the war, with it construction finally commencing in 1923, and is alternatively known as the Vittorio Lighthouse after King Vittorio Emanuele III, who was present at the official opening in 1927.
Reaching nearly 68m into the sky, it’s one of the tallest lighthouses in the world (the 8th tallest to be exact). It’s inscription reads: “SHINE AND REMIND OF THE FALLEN ON SEA MCMXV-MCMXVIII”.
Address: Str. del Friuli, 141, 34136 Trieste TS
Opening hours: Friday 3-7 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am – 1 pm; 3-7 pm
Free entry, reservations (suggested) can be made a day before your visit. Please, send an email to: info@magazzinodelleidee.it
Visit Faro’s website for more info.
