Punta Secca
| Punta Secca | |
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| Nickname(s): A sicca | |
| Coordinates: 36°47′16″N 14°29′34″E / 36.78778°N 14.49278°ECoordinates: 36°47′16″N 14°29′34″E / 36.78778°N 14.49278°E | |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Province | Province of Ragusa |
| Founded | 5th century AC |
| Elevation | 5 m (15 ft) |
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| Postal codes | 97017 |
| Area code(s) | 0932 |
Punta Secca is a small fishing village, a frazione in the Santa Croce Camerina comune, in Ragusa province, Sicily. The village has a lighthouse, a small port and an old watchtower, the Torre Scalambri. It dates from the 16th century and is next to the harbour.
The lighthouse
The Punta Secca lighthouse was built in 1853 and is 35m high. It is visible for 206°, from 318° to 112°.
Inspector Montalbano
The town has gained renown as the fictional "Marinella" in the RAI television series Inspector Montalbano, adapted from Andrea Camilleri's "Inspector Montalbano" books. Many scenes are set in 'Montalbano's' home, which backs on to the beach, as well as the beach from where he swims.
Gallery
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Punta Secca lighthouse at sunset.
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The 16th century Scalambri Tower .
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Punta Secca in March.
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The Punta Secca lighthouse.
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