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DawrosLighthouse

RCHP+3R Magheragallon, County Donegal, Ireland

Name and Location

The Dawros Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Magheragallon, County Donegal, Ireland.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the 19th century. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of meters, with a focal height of . Its striking architecture is reminiscent of traditional Irish lighthouses, with a robust structure designed to withstand the harsh coastal weather.

Architecture and Materials

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Light and Navigation

The Dawros Lighthouse is equipped with a light that exhibits a unique pattern: . The beam is visible for kilometers, providing vital guidance to ships navigating the treacherous coastline.

Accessibility and Visiting

  • Visitors can access the Dawros Lighthouse by following unknown.
  • The site offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline and is open to the public on unknown daily. Entrance fees are unknown, with guided tours available upon request.

Notable Views and Landscape

The area is teeming with wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and other marine creatures. The Dawros Lighthouse stands proudly on a rocky promontory overlooking the wild Atlantic coast, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

According to local legend, the lighthouse was built to guide ships safely through treacherous waters and protect against shipwrecks. Visitors have reported spotting ghostly apparitions of former lighthouse keepers, adding to the site's mystique.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has undergone automation in recent years, allowing for reduced maintenance and increased safety. While it no longer serves as an active aid to navigation, it remains a beloved landmark and popular tourist destination.

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Details

NameDawrosLighthouse
City
CountryIreland
Coordinates54.8276902, -8.5629606
Eventsassistinginnumerousrescuesandpreventingtragicaccidents
Storiesmanybraveindividualshaveservedaslighthousekeepers
Architectural styletraditionalIrishlighthouses
Construction materialrobuststructure
Landscape typewildAtlanticcoast
View descriptionstunningviewsofthesurroundingcoastline
Light characteristic[insertlightcharacteristic]
Light range[insertrange]kilometers