Name and Location

The Piran Lighthouse is located in Luška kapetanija, Piran, Slovenia, at coordinates 45.5261896° N, 13.5663294° E.

Construction and History

The exact date of the Piran Lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the 19th century. The lighthouse has played a minor role in aiding navigation for mariners and boats in the surrounding waters.

Architecture and Materials

The Piran Lighthouse stands at an approximate height of 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level. Its design is simple, with a cylindrical shape and a red color scheme.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light source is characterized as Fl(3)W.15s, indicating a flash pattern with three periods of light every 15 seconds. The focal height is not specified, but the range is estimated to be around 3 kilometers (1.9 miles).

Accessibility and Visiting

The Piran Lighthouse is accessible by land, with parking available nearby. Visitors can reach it via Dantejeva ulica street, which is located approximately 4 meters (13 feet) from the structure.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information is available for this lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore related to the Piran Lighthouse are recorded.

Technical and Operational Details

The Piran Lighthouse has been listed as a minor seamark on various navigation charts and maps, including the US NGA Pub. 113 (2010-10-22).

Further Information

• United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. (2010-10-22). Pub. 113.