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Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse

Akmensraga bāka, Sakas pagasts, Dienvidkurzemes novads, LV-3463, Latvia

Name and Location

The Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse is located in Sakas pagasts, Dienvidkurzemes novads, Latvia.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse is unclear, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse was likely constructed as part of efforts to improve maritime safety and navigation in the region.

Architecture and Materials

The Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse features a unique architectural style that reflects its purpose as a beacon for mariners. The structure is built using traditional materials, with a distinctive shape that allows it to stand out against the surrounding landscape.

Light and Navigation

According to available data, the lighthouse emits a light characteristic of LFl (Long Flash every 10 seconds) with a white color. The range of the light is approximately 15 kilometers (9 miles), and its sector end is at 225 degrees.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse, although specific information on opening hours, entrance fees, and guided tours is not readily available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse offers a unique view of the surrounding landscape, which includes the Baltic Sea and the nearby coastline. Visitors can enjoy stunning vistas from various vantage points around the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes about the Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse are currently available.

Technical and Operational Details

The managing authority responsible for the Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse is not currently specified.

Further Information

For those interested in learning more about the Akmensraga bāka Lighthouse or related topics, several sources are recommended: Wikipedia: "Akmensrags" (in Latvian), Wikidata: Q11128308, OpenStreetMap: Way 995837284.

Details

NameAkmensraga bāka Lighthouse
City
CountryLatvia
Coordinates56.831811, 21.0570849
Eventsconstruction of nearby maritime infrastructure, development of trade routes in the region
Historic significanceundecided maritime aid to navigation
Focal height38
Tower height37
Heritage statusfalse
Accessibletrue
Landscape typecoastline
View descriptionstunning vistas of Baltic Sea and nearby coastline
Guided toursfalse
Nearby attractionsSakas pagasts, Dienvidkurzemes novads regions
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicLFl (Long Flash every 10 seconds)
Light range15
Automatedtrue