The Port of Spain Lighthouse has been transformed into a symbol of national pride representing the recent qualification of the Soca Warriors for the World Cup 2006 in Germany.
The national flag has been used in a vivid fashion capturing the euphoria of an athlete in his/her winning glory as it is wrapped around his/her torso.
Historically known as the St Vincent Jetty Light, and built in the 1880's, the lighthouse was at the base of the St Vincent Jetty, and its light could be seen from as far as ten miles.
However, since the shoreline has been extended and combined with reclamation works, the original purpose of the lighthouse has been lost, and it now stands as an historical attraction.
The two-week restoration project was undertaken by Berger Paints, along with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Works and Transport Highways Division.
Speaking at a commemoration ceremony at the Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC) Training Room yesterday, Berger Paints' Bernard Clarke said the project would be a sustained effort with the colours subject to change as time evolved.
Also delivering remarks, Port of Spain Mayor Murchison Brown urged other corporate entities operating within the city to join with the relevant authorities to help in the continued beautification of the city, and surrounding areas by extension.
Delivering the feature address on behalf of Works and Transport Minister Colm Imbert, Deputy Permanent Secretary James Howard said although the lighthouse was no longer used, there was a need to preserve all the lighthouses which were scattered around the country.