Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse
GGHW+5V Kunda, Lääne-Viru County, Estonia
Name and Location
The Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Kunda, Estonia, along the shores of the Gulf of Finland. The official name of this iconic lighthouse is Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak.
2. Construction and History
The construction era of the Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse dates back to the late 19th/early 20th century, but the exact year of its construction remains unknown. Today, this historic lighthouse serves as a cultural and historical landmark and museum, preserved by the Estonian authorities.
3. Architecture and Materials
The traditional Estonian lighthouse design features a red-and-white striped tower constructed from stone and brick with a steel frame. The lighthouse stands approximately 15 meters (49 feet) tall.
4. Light and Navigation
Unfortunately, information on the light range, light characteristic, and focal height is not available for this lighthouse.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can enter the lighthouse and museum, but opening hours and entrance fees are not specified. The Estonian Maritime Administration manages this historic landmark.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Finland, the surrounding coastline, and the picturesque town of Kunda. Its scenic location is surrounded by nearby forests, wetlands, and waterways.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
According to local legend, the Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former lighthouse keeper who died under mysterious circumstances.
8. Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse operates autonomously and provides visitors with a unique opportunity to explore Estonia's maritime heritage. Notable photos are available on the Estonian Maritime Administration website.
9. Further Information
For more information, refer to the Estonian Maritime Administration (2010) and Wikipedia articles.
Details
Name | Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse |
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City | Kunda |
Country | Estonia |
Coordinates | 59.5278833, 26.5472167 |
Historic significance | Estonia's maritime heritage |
Stories | According to local legend, the Kunda Sadamakai Tulepaak Lighthouse is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former lighthouse keeper who died under mysterious circumstances. |
Architectural style | Traditional Estonian lighthouse design with a red-and-white striped tower |
Construction material | ["Stone","Brick"] |
Tower height | 15 |
Heritage status | true |
Renovations | Preserved as a historical landmark and museum |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | Scenic area with nearby forests, wetlands, and waterways |
View description | Breathtaking views of the Gulf of Finland, the surrounding coastline, and the picturesque town of Kunda. |
Facilities | Toilets, Café, Gift shop |
Automated | true |