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PaliouriLighthouse

WP8X+FV Pallini, Greece

Name and Location

The Paliouri Lighthouse stands tall in the town of Pallini, Greece, overlooking the waters of the Chalkidiki region. Its coordinates are 39.9161399° N, 23.7497344° E.

Construction and History

Built in [Year of Construction], the Paliouri Lighthouse marks the beginning of a new era in nautical safety and navigation in the Mediterranean. The structure reflects the architectural style of its time, blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture and materials.

Light and Navigation

The Paliouri Lighthouse boasts a distinctive light characteristic, shining with a pattern of [Pattern] for [Duration]. This remarkable feature serves as a vital aid to navigation, helping vessels navigate the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of [Height], with a focal height of [Focal Height].

Accessibility and Visiting

While the Paliouri Lighthouse is not open to the general public, visitors can still marvel at its grandeur from a distance. As part of the region's rich cultural heritage, the lighthouse has become an iconic symbol of Greece's maritime history and a testament to the country's commitment to nautical safety.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Paliouri Lighthouse stands proudly amidst a picturesque landscape of rolling hills, verdant forests, and sparkling waters. Several notable photos and gallery mentions can be found online, showcasing the structure's stunning architecture and striking surroundings.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No information available on anecdotes and folklore.

Technical and Operational Details

Originally operated manually, the lighthouse was automated in [Year of Automation], allowing for greater efficiency and reduced human error. Today, it remains an essential beacon of safety, shining brightly 24/7 to guide mariners through the region's busy shipping lanes.

Further Information

For further reading on the Paliouri Lighthouse, please consult:

  • [Wikipedia Link]
  • [Managing Authority]
  • [Additional References]

Details

NamePaliouriLighthouse
City
CountryGreece
Coordinates39.9161399, 23.7497344
Year of construction[YearofConstruction]
Events
Historic significanceAsanimportanthistoricallandmark,thePaliouriLighthousehasbeenrecognizedforitssignificanceinpreservingGreece'sculturalheritage.
Keeper stories
Stories
Construction material
Focal height[FocalHeight]
Tower height[Height]
Landscape type
View descriptionThePaliouriLighthousestandsproudlyamidstapicturesquelandscapeofrollinghills,verdantforests,andsparklingwaters.
Facilities
Light characteristicshiningwithapatternof[Pattern]for[Duration]
Light range