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YehliuLighthouse

6M5P+VX Taiwan, 新北市萬里區野柳里

Name and Location

The Yehliu Lighthouse is located in Yehliu, Wanli District, New Taipei City, Taiwan (25°12'30" N, 121°41'15" E).

Construction and History

The exact construction date of the Yehliu Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the Japanese colonial period (1895-1945). The structure stands at an impressive height with a focal plane height of [focal height]. Its light characteristic is a [pattern] pattern, with a range of [range].

Architecture and Materials

The Yehliu Lighthouse's architectural style is not well-documented, but it is likely influenced by Japanese colonial-era designs. The structure is built using local materials, such as [construction materials], which have withstood the test of time.

Light and Navigation

Until [date], the lighthouse was manually operated, requiring a dedicated keeper to ensure its proper functioning. However, with advancements in technology, it is likely that the lighthouse has been automated at some point.

Accessibility and Visiting

  • Today, the Yehliu Lighthouse remains an important aid to navigation for mariners.
  • Visitors can access the site, which offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The nearest town, Yehliu, is a popular tourist destination known for its unique rock formations and scenic coastline.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Yehliu Lighthouse is situated in a picturesque coastal area, with the nearby beaches offering a glimpse into Taiwan's natural beauty. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, rocky formations, and scenic coastlines.

Technical and Operational Details

  • Unfortunately, information about former lighthouse keepers is scarce.
  • Visitors can access the site during [opening hours]. The entrance fee is [entrance fee]. Guided tours are available upon request. On-site facilities include [facilities].

Further Information

The Yehliu Lighthouse is surrounded by a variety of attractions, including [nearby attractions], which offer insight into Taiwan's natural and cultural heritage.

Details

NameYehliuLighthouse
CityWanliDistrict,NewTaipeiCity
CountryTaiwan
Coordinates25.2096264, 121.6874854
Year of constructionunknown(believedtobeduringtheJapanesecolonialperiod)
Eventsnosignificanthistoricaleventsdirectlyrelatedtothelighthouse
Historic significancenotwell-documented
Keeper storiesunknown
Stories2(likely)
Architectural styleJapanesecolonial-eradesign
Architectunknown
Construction material[constructionmaterials]
Focal height[focalheight]
Tower height[height]
Renovationsunknown
Landscape typecoastalareawithrollinghills,rockyformations,andsceniccoastlines
View descriptionstunningviewsofthesurroundinglandscape
Facilities[facilities]
Light characteristic[pattern]pattern
Light range[range]