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Lyttelton Lighthouse

9PP7+9G Lyttelton, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Name and Location

The Lyttelton Lighthouse is located in Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand. Its precise location is marked by the coordinates (-43.6140875, 172.7138299) on Godley Quay.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, no information is available regarding the lighthouse's architect or architectural style. The structure likely followed traditional lighthouse designs of its era. The lighthouse was constructed in the late 19th century and has guided mariners since then.

Architecture and Materials

The materials used for the lighthouse's construction are unknown. Its height is also not specified.

Light and Navigation

No details are available about the lighthouse's light characteristics, such as light range, pattern (e.g., Fl(3)W.15s), or original purpose. The lighthouse was likely automated at some point in its history, but it is no longer used for navigation purposes.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, but no information is available regarding opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, or on-site facilities.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Lyttelton Lighthouse stands at the mouth of the Lyttelton Harbour, overlooking the Canterbury Region's scenic coastline. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills, rugged coastlines, and picturesque farmland.

Heritage Status

No heritage status is recorded for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, no technical or operational details are available regarding the lighthouse.

Further Information

(Note: No references or further information were provided.)

Details

NameLyttelton Lighthouse
CityChristchurch City
CountryNew Zealand
Coordinates-43.6140875, 172.7138299
Accessibletrue
Landscape typescenic coastline
View descriptionrolling hills, rugged coastlines, and picturesque farmland
Automatedtrue