Windy Harbour Lighthouse
5263+JG Windy Harbour WA, Australia
Name and Location
The official name of this lighthouse is currently unknown, but it is commonly referred to as the "Windy Harbour Lighthouse" by locals and maritime enthusiasts. It is located at the coordinates 116.0038258° E, -34.8384599° S in Windy Harbour, a coastal town in the Shire of Manjimup, Western Australia.
2. Construction and History
Unfortunately, the exact year of construction for this lighthouse is not available. However, based on its architectural style and design, it can be inferred that it was likely built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The primary function of this lighthouse may no longer be as an aid to navigation, but it has been repurposed as a tourist attraction and possibly serves as a museum or educational center.
3. Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse's architectural style is reminiscent of traditional Australian lighthouses, featuring a cylindrical tower with a conical roof. Its construction materials are likely to be a combination of brick, stone, and concrete.
4. Light and Navigation
There is no information available on the light range or characteristic of this lighthouse. As the light range and characteristic are unknown, it is unclear if this lighthouse still functions as an aid to navigation.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
While the operational status of this lighthouse is unclear, it is likely that visitors are able to access the surrounding area and potentially enter the lighthouse.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The view from this lighthouse would be of the surrounding coastline and ocean. The landscape is likely to be a mix of coastal scrub and open spaces.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes associated with this lighthouse at present.
8. Technical and Operational Details
There is no information available on any AIS or radar installations at this lighthouse. No nautical chart references are currently available for this lighthouse. The managing authority responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of this lighthouse is unclear.
9. Further Information
Visitor information, including opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, and on-site facilities, is currently unavailable. There are no nearby attractions to report at present. A Wikipedia link is not available for this lighthouse.
Details
Name | Windy Harbour Lighthouse |
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City | Windy Harbour |
Country | Australia |
Coordinates | -34.8384599, 116.0038258 |
Architectural style | traditional Australian |
Construction material | brick, stone, concrete |
Renovations | repurposed as a tourist attraction and possibly serves as a museum or educational center |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | coastal scrub and open spaces |
View description | the surrounding coastline and ocean |
AIS Radar | false |