Rohuküla sihi alumine tulepaak
Rohuküla tulepaak 531, Rohuküla, 90441 Lääne maakond, Estonia
Name and Location
The Rohuküla sihi alumine tulepaak (Lower Rohuküla Light Tower) is a historic lighthouse located in Rohuküla, Lääne maakond, Estonia. Its exact coordinates are 58.9077633° N, 23.4257722° E.
2. Construction and History
Built in the late 19th century, the Rohuküla sihi alumine tulepaak has been guiding mariners and serving as a beacon of navigation for over a century. Its role is to guide ships safely through the waters of the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland.
3. Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse stands at 16 meters tall, with a focal height of 10 meters above sea level. It is an automated structure, requiring no manual operation or maintenance.
4. Light and Navigation
As an important aid to navigation, the Rohuküla sihi alumine tulepaak has been designated as "C 3653" by the Estonian Maritime Administration. This makes it a vital reference point for mariners and chart-makers alike.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Unfortunately, information on public accessibility and visiting hours is not available at this time. However, efforts are underway to preserve its history and ensure its continued operation.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse stands near the coast of Rohuküla, with the sea stretching out to the horizon. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills and forests, providing a scenic backdrop to this historic landmark.
8. Technical and Operational Details
As an automated structure, the lighthouse requires no manual operation or maintenance. Its designation as "C 3653" by the Estonian Maritime Administration makes it an important reference point for mariners and chart-makers alike.
9. Further Information
For more information on the Rohuküla sihi alumine tulepaak, visit the Estonian Maritime Administration website at https://nma.vta.ee/aton/, or consult Wikipedia's entry (available in Estonian only).
Details
Name | Rohuküla sihi alumine tulepaak |
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City | Rohuküla |
Country | Estonia |
Coordinates | 58.90775, 23.4257667 |
Historic significance | part of Estonia's maritime heritage |
Focal height | 10 |
Tower height | 16 |
Landscape type | coastal |
View description | sandy beach, rolling hills and forests |
Facilities | toilet, cafe |
Automated | true |