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UmurbeyFeneriLighthouse

7HHC+CM Umurbey Merkez, Umurbey/Lapseki/Çanakkale, Türkiye

Name and Location

The Umurbey Feneri Lighthouse is located in Umurbey Merkez, Umurbey/Lapseki/Çanakkale, Türkiye.

Construction and History

Built in 1780, this historic lighthouse has been a beacon of guidance for mariners navigating the waters of the Dardanelles Strait. Constructed during this time period, it has withstood the test of time, remaining an important cultural icon in the region.

Architecture and Materials

The Umurbey Feneri Lighthouse is built using traditional construction materials, reflecting its age. Unfortunately, further details regarding the architect or specific design elements are unavailable at this time.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light, flashing every 3 seconds over a range of 10 nautical miles. This sequence is designated as "Fl(3)W" on nautical charts.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, although specific information regarding opening hours, entrance fees, or guided tours is currently unavailable. The surrounding landscape offers stunning views of the Dardanelles Strait, making this site an attractive destination for those interested in history, architecture, and natural beauty.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers stunning views of the Dardanelles Strait, making this site an attractive destination for those interested in history, architecture, and natural beauty.

Further Information

For further information on this historic lighthouse, please consult the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) publication from 2011.

Details

NameUmurbeyFeneriLighthouse
City
CountryTürkiye
Coordinates40.2785501, 26.57163
Year of construction1780
Historic significancerecognizedforitsimportanceinmaritimehistory
Architectural styletraditionalconstructionmaterials
Focal heightunknowndimensions
Tower height12meters
Light characteristicFl(3)W(whitelightflashingevery3secondsoverarangeof10nauticalmiles)