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Split Breakwater Lighthouse

Lukobran, Luka, Bačvice, Split, Croatia

Name and Location

The Split Breakwater Lighthouse is located on the Bačvice Beach in Split, Croatia.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed during [construction era] and has undergone several renovations and restorations to ensure its continued functionality. Its original purpose was to guide ships into the harbor of Split, which has been an important maritime hub since ancient times.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is characterized by a distinctive architectural style that reflects its function as a beacon for mariners. Its design features a white tower with a green light at the top.

Light and Navigation

The focal height of the lighthouse is [height], making it visible to ships approaching Split harbor. The light characteristic is [light characteristic]. The lighthouse continues to serve as an important aid to navigation for mariners, guiding ships into the harbor and ensuring safe passage.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is open to visitors during regular hours, with guided tours available upon request. Visitors can access the lighthouse through the nearby Bačvice Beach or by taking a short walk from the Split city center.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse is situated on a picturesque beach, surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. The surrounding landscape features a mix of sandy beaches, rocky outcroppings, and lush greenery.

Anecdotes and Folklore

One notable anecdote tells the story of unknown, which highlights the importance of the lighthouse in the region's maritime heritage.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is equipped with advanced navigational aids, including unknown. Mariners can find more information about the Split Breakwater Lighthouse on nautical charts, such as unknown.

Further Information

  • For more information about the Split Breakwater Lighthouse, visit the website of the Plovput, the organization responsible for its operation and maintenance: unknown.
  • You can also explore the Wikipedia page on the lighthouse: unknown.

Details

NameSplit Breakwater Lighthouse
CitySplit
CountryCroatia
Coordinates43.5011355, 16.4362223
Websitehttps://www.plovput.hr/pomorska-signalizacija/svjetionici/svjetionik/a/view/id/5
Eventsshipwrecks and rescues
Historic significanceimportant aid to navigation and cultural icon of Split
Storiesinsert unique anecdote
Architectural styledistinctive
Renovationsseveral renovations and restorations
Access descriptionby car, boat, footpath
Accessibletrue
Landscape typemix of sandy beaches, rocky outcroppings, and lush greenery
View descriptionstunning views of the Adriatic Sea
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, café, gift shop
Opening hoursregular hours
Nearby attractions["Bačvice Beach"]
AIS Radartrue
Light characteristic"[light characteristic]"
Automatedtrue