Name and Location

The Sarych Lighthouse is located in Sevastopol, Ukraine. Its coordinates are 44.387971° N, 33.7391638° E, within the city limits of Sevastopol.

2. Construction and History

Built in 1911, the Sarych Lighthouse stands at a height of 12 meters (39 feet) with a focal plane height of 38 meters (125 feet). Its exact design and construction details are not publicly available.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is constructed in the architectural style of its era, with white light emitting an iso-beam characteristic visible from 276° to 120°.

4. Light and Navigation

The Sarych Lighthouse emits a white light every 6 seconds, with a range of 17 kilometers (10.6 miles), serving as a beacon for vessels traversing the Black Sea. Its vital aid to navigation helps guide vessels safely through the waters surrounding Sevastopol.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Information on public accessibility and guided tours is unavailable. Visitors may be able to view the lighthouse from a distance or with permission from local authorities.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The Sarych Lighthouse stands along the coast of Sevastopol, overlooking the Black Sea. Its surroundings are characterized by urban development, with residential areas, parks, and commercial zones nearby.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, local folklore and unique anecdotes about the Sarych Lighthouse are not publicly available.

8. Technical and Operational Details

As an automated lighthouse, the Sarych no longer requires manual operation for navigation purposes. However, its exact status regarding AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installations is unknown.

9. Further Information

For further reading, refer to US NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20).