Saunaga bāka
Bāka "Saunags", Vaide, Kolkas pagasts, Talsu novads, LV-3275, Latvia
Name and Location
The Saunaga bāka (Bāka "Saunags") Lighthouse is located in Vaide, Kolkas pagasts, Talsu novads, Latvia, at an elevation of approximately 57.7277543° N latitude and 22.4510691° E longitude.
Construction and History
The exact year of construction is unknown, but it is believed to date back to the early 20th century. The lighthouse was built as a vital navigation aid for mariners traversing the coastal waters of Latvia.
Architecture and Materials
Standing at an impressive height, the Saunaga bāka lighthouse features a distinctive architectural style, with unknown.
Light and Navigation
Its focal height reaches unknown meters above sea level. The light characteristic is described as unknown.
Accessibility and Visiting
Notable Views and Landscape
The Saunaga bāka lighthouse is situated in a scenic area with unknown. Its proximity to the sea and the Baltic coast makes it a significant landmark for mariners.
Heritage Status
As a historic lighthouse, the Saunaga bāka has been recognized as an important cultural and architectural monument in Latvia. Efforts have been made to preserve its integrity and maintain its significance within the country's cultural landscape.
Automation and Maintenance
The exact status of automation is unclear, but it is likely that the lighthouse was once manually operated by keepers who maintained the light and assisted mariners.
Further Information
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Details
Name | Saunaga bāka |
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City | Vaide |
Country | Latvia |
Coordinates | 57.7277543, 22.4510691 |
Historic significance | Latvia's maritime heritage |
Focal height | 57.7277543 |
Heritage status | true |
Accessible | false |
View description | scenic area with [insert surrounding landscape/environment] |
Guided tours | false |
Light characteristic | [insert light pattern] |