Khrisomilia Lighthouse
JGG4+RW Kampi Chrisomilias, Greece
Name and Location
The Khrisomilia Lighthouse is located in the picturesque village of Kampi Chrisomilias, Ikaria, Greece (JGG4+RW). Its coordinates are 37.6270893° N, 26.5072662° E.
Construction and History
Although the exact construction date of the Khrisomilia Lighthouse is unknown, it was first documented in 2011 by the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) publication.
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse stands approximately 7 meters tall and features a simple, unadorned design.
Light and Navigation
The Khrisomilia Lighthouse emits a green light with a characteristic pattern of Fl (0.3 + 2.7), flashing every 3 seconds over a range of 3 nautical miles.
Accessibility and Visiting
The lighthouse is not open to the public for guided tours or individual visitors, and its physical surroundings remain relatively unchanged. The scenic village of Kampi Chrisomilias offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the Aegean Sea.
Notable Views and Landscape
Nearby attractions include the island's rugged terrain, picturesque beaches, and traditional tavernas.
Technical and Operational Details
Information regarding the lighthouse's management authority or current maintenance status is unavailable. As a minor aid to navigation, it likely operates under automated control, ensuring continuous service to mariners.
Further Information
- * United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) publication, 2011
- * [Wikipedia link] (if available)
Details
Name | Khrisomilia Lighthouse |
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City | Kampi Chrisomilias |
Country | Greece |
Coordinates | 37.6270893, 26.5072662 |
Tower height | 7 |
Landscape type | rugged terrain, picturesque beaches |
View description | breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the Aegean Sea |
Guided tours | false |
Facilities | toilets, café, gift shop |
Nearby attractions | traditional tavernas, island's rugged terrain, picturesque beaches |
Light characteristic | Fl (0.3 + 2.7) |
Light range | 3 |
Automated | true |