Name and Location

Ormos Xilis Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Plitra, Greece, at the coordinates 36.685618° N, 22.8370453° E.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction for Ormos Xilis is unknown, but based on its style and materials, it is estimated to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse has been automated and no longer serves as an active aid to navigation, but remains an important historical landmark and a popular tourist attraction.

Architecture and Materials

Ormos Xilis features a unique architectural style that blends elements of traditional Greek architecture with modern design principles. It is constructed using local stone and mortar materials.

Light and Navigation

According to the US NGA Pub. 113 (2010-09-02), Ormos Xilis had a light range of 3 nautical miles with a characteristic of Q (flash every 15 seconds). The lighthouse has been automated, but no longer serves as an active aid to navigation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse during daylight hours. There are no guided tours or on-site facilities available. The nearest parking area and amenities can be found along Odos Hvris Onomasia route.

Notable Views and Landscape

From its vantage point, Ormos Xilis offers a stunning view of the surrounding Lakonian landscape and the Aegean Sea.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no local folklore or unique anecdotes available for Ormos Xilis.

Technical and Operational Details

The overall height of the lighthouse is 8 meters. The focal height is unknown due to lack of data. There is no available data on whether Ormos Xilis has any AIS or radar installation. It is referenced in Nautical Charts 4062 (E).

Further Information

Visitors can access the lighthouse during daylight hours, but there are no guided tours or on-site facilities available. The nearest parking area and amenities can be found along Odos Hvris Onomasia route.