Lighthouse and ruins of the 17hs century convent of San Francisco, Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay. UNESCO world heritage site

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The Lighthouse in Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay has been guiding ships and boats safely to shore since 1857. The lighthouse was built over the ruins of the Convento de San Francisco, which are still visible today.

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Size: 2592px × 3872px
Location: Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, South America
Photo credit: © Karina Azaretzky / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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