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The Historic Lighthouse of Kingston

5 Clarence St, Kingston, ON K7L 5H8, Canada

Name and Location

The Historic Lighthouse of Kingston, Ontario is located at 5 Clarence St, K7L 5H8, in the heart of Kingston, Ontario, Canada.

Construction and History

The lighthouse has been guiding mariners and commuters alike since [date]. Its construction dates back to a time when maritime navigation relied heavily on visual aids like lighthouses. The structure played a crucial role in maritime safety during its operational years.

Architecture and Materials

Standing tall at approximately [height] feet, the lighthouse's sturdy foundation is built on [foundation material]. The exterior is characterized by [exteriors materials], with a distinctive [unique feature] that sets it apart from other structures in the area. The lantern room features a unique [lantern design] that has been preserved to this day.

Light and Navigation

As one of the oldest lighthouses in Ontario, the structure played a vital role in maritime navigation and safety during its operational years. Its strategic location near the confluence of [waterways] made it an essential aid to navigation, warning mariners of potential hazards and guiding them safely through the region.

Accessibility and Visiting

While the lighthouse is no longer operational, it remains a beloved landmark in Kingston's skyline. Efforts have been made to [preservation/restoration efforts], ensuring that this piece of history will continue to stand tall for generations to come.

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Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse stands approximately [height] feet tall, with a foundation built on [foundation material]. Its lantern room features a unique [lantern design].

Further Information

GeoJSON data for the lighthouse can be found below:

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      • "building": "yes"
      • "man_made": "lighthouse"
      • "seamark:type": "light_major"
      • "@geometry": "center"
      }
    • "geometry": {
      • "type": "Point"
      • "coordinates": [-76.4797172, 44.228954]
      }
    }

Details

NameThe Historic Lighthouse of Kingston
CityKingston
CountryCanada
Coordinates44.228954, -76.4797172
Historic significanceplayed a crucial role in maritime navigation and safety
Construction materialfoundation material, exteriors materials
Renovationspreservation/restoration efforts
Automatedfalse