Zambales lighthouse eyed as heritage, tourism site

2026-02-05 - 21:06

SAN ANTONIO, ZAMBALES—The Faro de Punta Capones, or Capones Island Lighthouse, has stood as this town’s beacon for sailors since 1890, when it was built during the twilight years of Spanish occupation of the country. Its lamp still beams light but through the passing of time, its immediate surroundings are overgrown with vegetation that threatens