Name and Location

The Taigh-solais nan Eilean Flannach, also known as the Flannan Isles Lighthouse, is located at 9CCJ7CQ6+6M, Isle of Lewis, HS2 9EY, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed in 1899 by renowned architect David Alan Stevenson. It stands at a height of 101 meters (331 feet) with a focal height of 65 meters (213 feet). The original light characteristic was a white flash every 30 seconds, with a range of 20 nautical miles.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture and materials used in the construction of the lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is an aid to navigation, serving mariners in the Outer Hebrides region. Its original light characteristic was a white flash every 30 seconds, with a range of 20 nautical miles. Today, it still functions as a aid to navigation.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is not open to the general public for visits.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape related to the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No stories or anecdotes are available about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

In September 1971, the lighthouse became automated, marking an end to regular human supplies. It is equipped with an AIS (Automatic Identification System) radio station, assigned the MMSI number 992351080.

Further Information

• Latitude: 58.2881169
• Longitude: -7.5882829

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