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The Salvages Lighthouse

FJ9C+3C Blanche, NS, Canada

Name and Location

The Salvages Lighthouse is located in Blanche, Nova Scotia, Canada, on the Atlantic coast. It serves as an essential maritime aid for navigation and safety.

Construction and History

The Salvages Lighthouse was constructed in [year of construction]. Standing at a height of 16 meters (52 feet), it has a focal plane of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). The lighthouse operates on an automated basis, eliminating the need for manual maintenance or operation.

Light and Navigation

The Salvages Lighthouse emits a light characteristic of LFl, flashing every [duration] seconds with a white light. Its range is 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), making it visible for approximately [distance] nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the surrounding area, but there is no public entrance to the lighthouse itself. The lighthouse operates on an automated basis, eliminating the need for manual maintenance or operation.

Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors to the area can enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, the surrounding coastline, and the nearby islands. The Salvages Lighthouse stands at the edge of the ocean, surrounded by the rugged coastline and marine ecosystem of Nova Scotia.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse operates on an automated basis, eliminating the need for manual maintenance or operation. It has been recognized as an important part of Canada's maritime heritage.

Further Information

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Details

NameThe Salvages Lighthouse
CityBlanche
CountryCanada
Coordinates43.4677423, -65.3789362
Eventsshipwrecks, rescue operations
Historic significanceimportant part of Canada's maritime heritage
Storieslocal folklore or unique anecdotes
Focal height10.2
Tower height16
Heritage statustrue
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typerugged coastline, marine ecosystem
View descriptionstunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, surrounding coastline, and nearby islands
Nearby attractionscoastal hiking trails, beaches, historic sites
Light characteristicLFl
Light range6.2
Automatedtrue