Bodrum Lighthouse
Eskiçeşme, Neyzen Tevfik Cd. 9/2, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Name and Location
The Bodrum Lighthouse is located in the heart of Bodrum, Muğla Province, Turkey. Its official name is "Bodrum" and it is situated at Eskiçeşme, Neyzen Tevfik Cd. 9/2, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye.
Construction and History
Unfortunately, the construction era and architectural style of the Bodrum Lighthouse are not available in the provided data.
Architecture and Materials
No information is available about the architecture and materials used in the construction of the Bodrum Lighthouse.
Light and Navigation
The light range of the Bodrum Lighthouse is approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles), with a characteristic pattern of Fl (red light, flashing every 15 seconds).
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the Bodrum Lighthouse, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area and the Mediterranean Sea.
Notable Views and Landscape
The view from the top of the lighthouse is breathtaking, offering a stunning panorama of the Bodrum Peninsula and the Aegean Sea. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, and picturesque villages.
Anecdotes and Folklore
There are no local folklore or unique anecdotes available for this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
The operation of the Bodrum Lighthouse was automated at some point in time, although the exact date is unknown. The height of the lighthouse is 8 meters (26 feet), with a focal height of unknown meters (feet).
Further Information
Visitors can explore the charming town of Bodrum, with its historic castle, bustling bazaars, and beautiful beaches. Other nearby attractions include the ancient city of Halicarnassus, the tomb of King Mausolus, and the picturesque villages of Gümbet and Torba.
Details
Name | Bodrum Lighthouse |
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City | Bodrum |
Country | Turkey |
Coordinates | 37.0322626, 27.4248246 |
Events | aid to navigation for centuries |
Historic significance | aid to navigation for centuries |
Tower height | 8 |
Access description | by car, footpath |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, and picturesque villages |
View description | panoramic views of the surrounding area and the Mediterranean Sea |
Nearby attractions | historic castle, bustling bazaars, beautiful beaches, ancient city of Halicarnassus, tomb of King Mausolus, picnic villages |
Light characteristic | Fl (red light, flashing every 15 seconds) |
Light range | 5 |
Automated | true |