Ulla Lighthouse
Kvernholmvegen 160, 6290 Haramsøy, Norway
Name and Location
The Ulla Lighthouse is located in Norway at a latitude of 62.6850992° N and longitude of 6.1651272° E.
Construction and History
The exact date of the Ulla Lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th century. The tower stands at an impressive height of 21.5 meters (70 feet) above sea level, making it a prominent landmark for vessels navigating the area.
Architecture and Materials
No specific information available on architecture and materials used in the construction of the Ulla Lighthouse.
Light and Navigation
Today, the Ulla Lighthouse remains an important aid to navigation, serving as a guiding light for mariners. Its light character is described as "Oc" (three white flashes every 10 seconds), with a range of 9.8 nautical miles (18 kilometers). The lighthouse's sector start and end coordinates are approximately 201.3° and 235.7°, respectively.
Accessibility and Visiting
No information available on accessibility or visiting the Ulla Lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
No specific information available on notable views or landscape surrounding the Ulla Lighthouse.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore related to the Ulla Lighthouse are currently known.
Technical and Operational Details
The Ulla Lighthouse is marked as a "light_major" on the Seamark database, indicating its significance in maritime navigation. Its vertical length is recorded at 10.5 meters (34 feet), making it an imposing structure that has stood the test of time.
Further Information
- * Seamark: [seamark dataset](https://www.seamark.no/)
- * Wikidata: Q908222
- * Wikipedia: en:Ulla Lighthouse
Details
Name | Ulla Lighthouse |
---|---|
City | |
Country | Norway |
Coordinates | 62.6850992, 6.1651272 |
Historic significance | guides mariners for generations |
Focal height | 10.5 |
Tower height | 21.5 |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rocky coast |
View description | coastal waters |
Nearby attractions | ["Wikidata: Q908222","Wikipedia: en:Ulla Lighthouse"] |
Light characteristic | "Oc (3 white flashes every 10 seconds)" |
Light range | 9.8 |
Automated | true |