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YehliuLighthouse

6M5Q+8F Taiwan, 新北市萬里區野柳里

Name and Location

The Yehliu Lighthouse is located in the Wanli District of New Taipei City, Taiwan.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is believed that the Yehliu Lighthouse was built during the Japanese colonial period (1895-1945). The lighthouse's original purpose was to guide ships through the treacherous waters off the northern coast of Taiwan and into the port of Taipei. After World War II, the lighthouse continued to serve as a vital navigation aid, guiding vessels safely into the harbor.

Architecture and Materials

The Yehliu Lighthouse stands at an impressive height of meters (feet) above sea level, with a focal plane elevation of meters (feet). Its sturdy tower is made of unknown, designed to withstand the harsh marine environment and fierce storms that frequent the region.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light emits a characteristic pattern of unknown, visible for unknown nautical miles. This beacon serves as a crucial reference point for mariners, helping them navigate safely through the busy waters off Taiwan's northern coast.

Accessibility and Visiting

The Yehliu Lighthouse is unknown, with visitors able to access the surrounding area through unknown. For those interested in learning more about this iconic landmark, guided tours are available upon request.

Notable Views and Landscape

From its vantage point on the rocky coast of Wanli District, the Yehliu Lighthouse offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding landscape. Visitors can enjoy a stroll along the coastal path, taking in the sights and sounds of this picturesque area.

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Details

NameYehliuLighthouse
City
CountryTaiwan
Coordinates25.2082938, 121.6886776
Events[insertevents]
Historic significanceTestamenttoTaiwan'smaritimeheritage
Keeper stories
Stories[insertstories]
Construction material[insertconstructionmaterial(s)]
Focal height[insertfocalplaneelevation]meters(feet)
Tower height[insertheight]meters(feet)
Landscape typeRockycoast
View descriptionBreathtakingviewsofthePacificOceanandsurroundinglandscape
Facilities
Light characteristic[insertlightcharacteristic]
Light range[insertdistance]nauticalmiles