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Boundary Range, Rear Lighthouse

GHC2+7X3, Sarpi, Georgia

Name and Location

The Boundary Range, Rear Lighthouse is located in Sarpi, Georgia, serving as an essential aid to navigation on the Black Sea coast.

Construction and History

While limited information is available about this specific lighthouse, it is believed to be built in the traditional style of Georgian lighthouses. The structure stands at a height of 60 meters (196 feet), with a focal height of unknown meters (feet).

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a white tower with a distinctive shape, characteristic of traditional Georgian architecture.

Light and Navigation

The Boundary Range, Rear Lighthouse emits a light characterized by an Oc pattern, with a range of 14 nautical miles. This vital reference point serves as a guide for mariners navigating the Black Sea.

Accessibility and Visiting

Unfortunately, there appears to be limited information available about visiting the lighthouse. It is possible that the site is not open to the public or that access is restricted due to safety concerns or other reasons.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information available for this lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The Black Sea has a rich maritime history, with many lighthouses built to guide vessels through treacherous waters. The Boundary Range, Rear Lighthouse is an important part of this network, providing critical assistance to ships traversing the region.

Technical and Operational Details

As of our knowledge cutoff, the operational status of the lighthouse is unclear. It may still be actively guiding ships or have been automated to some extent. Further research would be required to determine its current functionality.

Further Information

  • US NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20)

Details

NameBoundary Range, Rear Lighthouse
CitySarpi
CountryGeorgia
Coordinates41.5195333, 41.5530333
EventsUS NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20)
Historic significancecritical aid to navigation in the Black Sea region
Architectural styletraditional Georgian lighthouse style
Tower height60
Access descriptionlimited information available
Landscape typeBlack Sea coast
Light characteristicOc
Light range14