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Ponta Cais is a headland and the northernmost point of the island of Maio, Cape Verde.[3] It is about 8 km north of the nearest village, Cascabulho. There is a lighthouse on the headland.[2][1]

Ponta Cais
Ponta Cais
Coordinates: 15°20′16″N 23°10′48″W
Location	Northern Maio, Cape Verde
Offshore water bodies	Atlantic Ocean
Ponta Cais Lighthoue
Coordinates	15°20′0″N 23°10′47″W
Foundation	concrete base
Construction	metal tower
Height	7 metres (23 ft)
Power source	solar power
Focal height	14 metres (46 ft)
Range	10 nautical miles (19 km; 12 mi)[1]
Characteristic	Fl W 7s.
Cape Verde no.	PT-2118[2]

See also

• List of lighthouses in Cape Verde

References

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