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Molos Lighthouse

RPH6+6P Molos, Greece

Name and Location

The Molos Lighthouse stands tall in the picturesque town of Molos, Greece. Its impressive height of 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level makes it a prominent landmark.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the exact year of construction is unknown due to limited historical records. It is believed that the lighthouse was built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The architecture style of the structure remains unclear, but its design likely reflects the typical characteristics of lighthouses from this era.

Architecture and Materials

The architectural style of the Molos Lighthouse is unclear, but it is believed to be a typical characteristic of lighthouses from the late 19th or early 20th century.

Light and Navigation

The Molos Lighthouse features a green light with a characteristic pattern of "Q" (Quick flash), signaling to mariners that they are approaching the nearby coastline. Its range extends approximately 3 nautical miles, providing crucial guidance for vessels navigating through the region's waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

Due to its remote location, the Molos Lighthouse is not easily accessible for visitors. However, those interested in exploring this hidden gem can take a guided tour or venture out on their own to admire its majestic presence from afar.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information available.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available.

Technical and Operational Details

The Molos Lighthouse is part of Greece's larger maritime heritage, which includes numerous other lighthouses scattered throughout the country. The management authority responsible for its upkeep and maintenance remains unclear.

Further Information

For further reading on this topic, please consult: US NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20)

Details

NameMolos Lighthouse
CityMolos
CountryGreece
Coordinates38.8280897, 22.7118014
Historic significancePart of Greece's maritime heritage
Focal height15
Tower height8
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionGuided tour or venture out on own
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typerocky coast, dunes
View descriptionRocky coast, dunes
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, cafe, gift shop
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicQ (Quick flash)
Light range3