Akko (Acre) (32°55'N., 35°04'E.), an ancient town, stands on a small peninsula and is surrounded by old fortifications. A light is shown from a structure, 10m high, standing at the SW side of these fortifications. A prominent minaret, 49m high with a green top, stands 0.3 mile NNE of the light and a prominent clock tower is situated in the SW part of the town. A small craft harbor lies close E of the town and is protected by a breakwater. Manara Rock, 7m high, lies 0.3 mile E of the light.

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