Rivinletto Lighthouse
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Name and Location
The Rivinletto Lighthouse is located in Oulu, Finland, serving as a significant maritime aid for navigation in the Baltic Sea region.
2. Construction and History
The Rivinletto Lighthouse was built in 1939, making it one of the oldest lighthouses in Finland. The structure features a simple yet functional design typical for Finnish lighthouses during that era.
3. Architecture and Materials
No specific information is available on the architecture and materials used to construct the Rivinletto Lighthouse.
4. Light and Navigation
The lighthouse operates using an automated system, ensuring continuous operation without human intervention. Its light characteristic is Fl (3) W 15s, indicating a white light flashing every 15 seconds with a range of approximately 4 nautical miles (7 kilometers).
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Unfortunately, no information is available regarding the lighthouse's heritage status or public accessibility.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse stands on a coastal area with a scenic view of the Baltic Sea. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rugged coastline, forests, and rolling hills.
7. No Anecdotes and Folklore
No notable stories or folklore are available for the Rivinletto Lighthouse at this time.
8. Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 8 meters (26 feet) with a focal height of 23.5 meters (77 feet). It no longer serves as an active aid to navigation, but remains an important historical monument in Finland's maritime heritage.
9. Further Information
For more information on the Rivinletto Lighthouse, please refer to the Finnish Maritime Administration or other relevant sources.
Details
Name | Rivinletto Lighthouse |
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City | Oulu |
Country | Finland |
Coordinates | 65.2017994, 25.2485031 |
Year of construction | 1939 |
Historic significance | significant maritime aid for navigation in the Baltic Sea region |
Focal height | 23.5 |
Tower height | 8 |
Landscape type | rugged coastline, forests, and rolling hills |
View description | scenic view of the Baltic Sea, rugged coastline, forests, and rolling hills |
Light characteristic | Fl (3) W 15s |
Light range | 4 |
Automated | true |