Name and Location

Khersonesskiy Mayak, also known as the "Chersones Beacon", is a small coastal beacon located in Sevastopol, Crimea, at an elevation of approximately 6 meters above sea level. Its official address is ulitsa Voennykh Stroiteley, Gagarinsky District, Sevastopol.

Construction and History

The origins and date of construction of Khersonesskiy Mayak are not documented in publicly available sources. Given Sevastopol's long maritime history, it may date to the Soviet era (mid-20th century) or earlier, but further archival research would be needed.

Architecture and Materials

Khersonesskiy Mayak is a simple masonry or concrete structure, likely built using local stone or concrete. The exact height of the tower is not officially recorded, estimated to be under 10 meters tall. The architectural style is functional utilitarian, with no decorative elements.

Light and Navigation

The characteristic of the light is unpublished, presumed fixed white or flashing white. The nominal range is small craft visibility, with an exact range not documented. The beacon is presumed fully automated.

Accessibility and Visiting

The immediate area around the beacon is open and reachable on foot via a short path from ulitsa Voennykh Stroiteley. However, the structure itself is not open to the public and is fenced or padlocked to prevent unauthorized entry.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the lighthouse one can look westward toward the bay entrance and eastward along the Crimean coast, enjoying panoramic views across the Black Sea. The immediate landscape features low cliffs, scrubby Mediterranean vegetation, and nearby ruins of Chersonesus Taurica, a UNESCO-listed archaeological site.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable stories or anecdotes about Khersonesskiy Mayak are available.

Technical and Operational Details

Khersonesskiy Mayak remains a minor aid to navigation under the jurisdiction of Sevastopol's maritime authorities. The beacon is unmanned and serviced periodically to check the lamp, lens, and power supply.

Further Information

• * Russian Hydrographic Charts: Sh-33 (Sevastopol Bay) series
• * OpenStreetMap: way/263973867
• * Google Place ID: ChIJvxTdTbE9lUARtf2UEorN-VU