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PleasantPointLighthouse

PV4X+4H Pleasant Point, NS, Canada

Name and Location

The Pleasant Point Lighthouse is located in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed in 1885 during a period of significant maritime growth and expansion. Its design reflects the era's architectural style, with a stone tower standing at a height of approximately 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a stone tower with a focal height of 23 meters (75 feet) above sea level. The tower stands at an approximate height of 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a Fl(3)W.15s pattern, consisting of three flashes every 15 seconds. Its light range is approximately 13 kilometers (8.1 miles). The focal height of the light source is 23 meters (75 feet) above sea level.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds, although the tower itself may not be open to the public. The site offers scenic views of the surrounding area and coastline.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse sits on a picturesque coastal point, surrounded by lush vegetation and offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was automated in the mid-20th century, marking the end of an era of manual operation by keepers. The lighthouse is now managed by unknown.

Further Information

As part of Canada's rich maritime heritage, the Pleasant Point Lighthouse has been recognized for its historical significance.

Details

NamePleasantPointLighthouse
CityShelburne,NovaScotia
CountryCanada
Coordinates43.7053198, -65.1010969
Year of construction1885
Architectural stylestonetower
Construction materialstone
Focal height23meters(75feet)
Tower height18meters(59feet)
Landscape typecoastalpoint,surroundedbylushvegetation
View descriptionscenicviewsofthesurroundingareaandcoastline
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range13kilometers(8.1miles)