Set along the stunning coast of Carvoeiro, the Alfanzina lighthouse is recognised as one of the most iconic in the Algarve.

Its construction had been planned since 1883 but only moved forward in 1919.

The lighthouse was officially inaugurated on December 1, 1920 and started providing vital assistance to vessels along the Algarve coast.

The lighthouse tower is white and is topped by a red cylindrical tower. It also features an annex building built in 1952 to provide accommodation to the lighthouse keeper.