Name and Location

The Nisis Nekrothikes Lighthouse is located on the island of Kalymnos, Greece, in the Southern Aegean region. Its coordinates are 36.953565° N latitude and 27.0965345° E longitude.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Nisis Nekrothikes Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th or early 20th century.

Architecture and Materials

No information is available regarding the architecture and materials used in the construction of the lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse exhibits two distinct light characteristics: Fl(3)W.15s, a white light that flashes three times every 15 seconds, and Fl(0.5)+(4.5), a red light that flashes for 0.5 seconds, followed by a 4.5-second eclipse.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is not open to the public for visits or guided tours.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Nisis Nekrothikes Lighthouse offers a commanding view of the surrounding waters and landscape. Visitors can expect to see stunning sunsets and sunrises, as well as picturesque island scenery.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

While the exact status of the lighthouse's automation is unknown, it is believed to have been automated at some point in its history. The lighthouse is not open to the public for visits or guided tours. No information regarding the installation of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) or radar equipment at the lighthouse site is available.

Further Information

The Nisis Nekrothikes Lighthouse is referenced on nautical charts, including Pub. 113 by the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). Visitors may enjoy exploring the island of Kalymnos, which offers a range of cultural and historical attractions.