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Kemi II

Kemi II, Kemi, Kemi-Tornio sub-region, Lapland, Mainland Finland, Finland

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Kemi II (Kemi)
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Kemi II Lighthouse

The Kemi II lighthouse was constructed in 1869 by decree of Emperor Alexander II of Russia, who recognized its strategic importance due to its proximity to a deepwater port.

The lighthouse is made of metal and stands at a height of 13 meters (43 feet) above the sea level. It features a distinctive horizontal light pattern and emits a white light with a range of 2 nautical miles. The structure is reportedly designed in a specific architectural style, but no further details are available.

The Kemi II lighthouse emits a Fl (first order) light signal, which is visible from a distance of 2 nautical miles. The light period is 6 seconds, and the sequence is reported to be 0.3+(1.5)+0.3+(3.9).

Current Status

The Kemi II lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although its status may change over time.

Location and Accessibility

  • The Kemi II lighthouse is located in Kemi, Finland, approximately 30 kilometers from the Swedish border.
  • The town of Kemi has a population of 19,332 inhabitants and covers an area of 747.28 square kilometers.

Visitors can access the lighthouse via public transportation or on foot.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage status is reported for the Kemi II lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

The Kemi II lighthouse has played a significant role in maritime navigation, particularly during its early years of operation. However, no further details are available regarding notable historical events associated with this structure.

Kemi II Lighthouse

Details

NameKemi II
CityKemi
CountryFinland
Coordinates65.50466, 24.37251
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessibletrue