Lighthouses are typically a major draw for tourists. However, the Faro Isla Magdalena is a distance second attraction compared to the thousands of Magellanic penguins surrounding it. This white, cylindrical beacon with a bold red stripe and roof became operational in 1902. It was manned by a keeper who lived in the white house until the light became automated during the 1950’s. After a renovation in 1995, the building serves as an office for staff who manage the penguin reserve.
