Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of the African continent, holds the wreck of the Meisho Maru 38 and the historic lighthouse. (00007024)
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Description: Cape Agulhas in the Western Cape, South Africa, is known for its wild beauty and the convergence of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Here lies the wreck of the Meisho Maru 38, which tragically sank on November 16, 1982. The historic lighthouse at the cape, built in 1848, still shines with a range of 60 kilometers, guiding ships on their way. Learn more about the fascinating history of this location.
Location: Western Cape, Cape Agulhas, South Africa
Date of Capture: 20.05.2001