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ParrsboroHarbourLighthouse

476 Pier Rd, Parrsboro, NS B0M 1S0, Canada

Name and Location

The Parrsboro Harbour Lighthouse is located in Parrsboro, Nova Scotia, Canada. It stands at the entrance to Parrsboro Harbour, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline and the Northumberland Strait.

Construction and History

The Parrsboro Harbour Lighthouse was built during the [era of construction] to serve as a vital aid to navigation for mariners navigating the coastal waters. The lighthouse was constructed using unknown and was originally lit with a unknown.

Architecture and Materials

Not applicable, as no specific information is provided.

Light and Navigation

The Parrsboro Harbour Lighthouse has played a crucial role in maritime history, serving as an important beacon for mariners navigating the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Its rich history and architecture make it a significant cultural and historical landmark in Nova Scotia.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is no longer an active aid to navigation but has been converted into a museum and tourist attraction. Visitors can enter the lighthouse and explore its history and significance.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers stunning views of the Northumberland Strait and the Atlantic Ocean. The Parrsboro Harbour Lighthouse stands in a scenic coastal area, surrounded by rolling hills, rocky cliffs, and sandy beaches.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Not applicable, as no specific stories or anecdotes are available.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is no longer an active aid to navigation, but its technical details are not specified in the provided data.

Further Information

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Details

NameParrsboroHarbourLighthouse
CityParrsboro
CountryCanada
Coordinates45.3900424, -64.3186376
Year of constructioninsertyearofconstruction
Events
Historic significancecrucialroleinmaritimehistory
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Architectural styleinsertarchitecturestyle
Construction material[insertmaterialsusedinconstruction]
Focal height[insertfocalplane]
Tower height[insertheight]feet([insertheightinmeters])
Landscape typerollinghills,rockycliffs,andsandybeaches
View descriptionstunningviewsofthesurroundingcoastlineandtheNorthumberlandStrait
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