Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse
Prangli tulepaak 165, Idaotsa, 74005 Harju maakond, Estonia
Name and Location
The Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse is located at Prangli tulepaak 165, Idaotsa, 74005 Harju maakond, Estonia. It stands tall in the Baltic Sea region.
Construction and History
The exact construction date of the Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse was designed in the traditional Estonian style.
Architecture and Materials
The Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse features a characteristic red-and-white striped tower with a white exterior.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 6 nautical miles, operating on a 24-second light period.
Accessibility and Visiting
The Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse is currently an automated aid, meaning it does not require manual operation by a lighthouse keeper. Visitors can access the lighthouse and enjoy its stunning views of the surrounding coastline and sea.
Notable Views and Landscape
Visitors to the lighthouse can enjoy hiking trails, birdwatching, or simply taking in the breathtaking views of the sea from the picturesque town of Idaotsa, surrounded by lush forests and scenic coastlines.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore available.
Technical and Operational Details
The Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse has been recognized as an important part of Estonia's cultural heritage and is included on the Estonian Maritime Administration's list of protected cultural monuments.
Further Information
- * Estonian Maritime Administration (2010). "Prangli SE Lighthouse" [online]. Available at: https://nma.vta.ee/aton/
- * Wikipedia (2023). "Prangli kagu tulepaak" [online]. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prangli_kagu_tulepaak
Details
Name | Prangli kagu tulepaak Lighthouse |
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City | Idaotsa |
Country | Estonia |
Coordinates | 59.6155, 25.0373833 |
Events | shipwrecks or rescues |
Historic significance | important part of Estonia's cultural heritage |
Architectural style | traditional Estonian |
Tower height | 39 |
Heritage status | true |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | scenic coastlines |
View description | breathtaking views of the sea |
Guided tours | false |
Facilities | toilets, café, gift shop |
Nearby attractions | ["hiking trails","birdwatching"] |
Light characteristic | "white light with a range of 6 nautical miles" |
Light range | 6 |
Automated | true |