Name and Location

The Sveti Athanas Lighthouse is located in Byala, Varna Province, Bulgaria. Its official name is unknown, but it is commonly referred to as Sveti Athanas after the nearby church dedicated to Saint Athanasius.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction for the Sveti Athanas Lighthouse is unavailable. However, based on its location and era of construction, it can be inferred that the structure was built in a classical or neoclassical style typical of Bulgarian architecture during the late 19th or early 20th centuries.

Architecture and Materials

The exact architectural style of the lighthouse is not specified, but it is likely to be designed in a classical or neoclassical style. The structure's height and focal height are recorded as 38 meters, with a light range of 12 nautical miles.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic of the Sveti Athanas Lighthouse is marked as Oc (occulting) with a period of 7 seconds. The light color is red, and the reference number is E 4998.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is situated at coordinates 42.8542992° N, 27.9024002° E. While there are no specific details on public accessibility or visitor information available, it can be assumed that the site may offer limited access to visitors due to its location in a residential area.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape features a mix of residential areas, farmland, and coastal terrain. The view from the lighthouse is primarily composed of the Varna Bay and the surrounding cityscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes have been documented about the Sveti Athanas Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The operational status of the lighthouse is unknown, but it may still function as a navigational aid or be automated. As of now, there is no information available on former lighthouse keepers or their stories.

Further Information

• * US NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20)