Limenas Pigadhia Lighthouse
karpathos 0, Karpathos 857 00, Greece
Name and Location
The Limenas Pigadhia Lighthouse is located on the island of Karpathos, Greece, in the Mediterranean Sea. Its official name translates to "Pigadhia Harbor" in Greek.
Construction and History
The Limenas Pigadhia Lighthouse was constructed in unknown. The structure stands at a height of approximately 7 meters (23 feet), making it a prominent landmark on the Karpathos coastline.
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse's architectural style reflects its maritime heritage. No specific information is available about the materials used in its construction.
Light and Navigation
The Limenas Pigadhia Lighthouse emits a red light with a flashing pattern of Fl(3)W.15s (three flashes every 15 seconds). The light range extends for approximately 3 nautical miles, guiding vessels safely through the waters surrounding Karpathos.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse's viewing platform and surrounding area, offering breathtaking views of the Karpathos coastline and the Mediterranean Sea. The lighthouse operates using an automated system, eliminating the need for manual operation by lighthouse keepers.
Notable Views and Landscape
From the viewing platform, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Karpathos coastline and the Mediterranean Sea. The island's beautiful beaches, scenic hiking trails, and charming villages are also worth exploring.
Technical and Operational Details
The Limenas Pigadhia Lighthouse operates using an automated system, eliminating the need for manual operation by lighthouse keepers.
Further Information
- United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Publication 113 (2011)
- Decentralized Administration of the Aegean region (DAAE)
Details
| Name | Limenas Pigadhia Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| City | Karpathos |
| Country | Greece |
| Coordinates | 35.5104126, 27.2143307 |
| Events | notable events such as shipwrecks or rescues |
| Keeper stories | stories or quotes from former lighthouse keepers |
| Stories | stories or quotes from former lighthouse keepers |
| Architectural style | maritime heritage |
| Tower height | 7 |
| Access description | by sea or air, and then by following the coastline from the town of Karpathos |
| Accessible | true |
| Landscape type | rocky coast, dunes, island |
| View description | breathtaking views of the Karpathos coastline and the Mediterranean Sea |
| Guided tours | false |
| Facilities | toilets, cafe, gift shop |
| Nearby attractions | historic churches, museums, traditional tavernas, beaches, hiking trails, charming villages |
| Light characteristic | Fl(3)W.15s |
| Light range | 3 |
| Automated | true |