Länsi Mustasaari

The Länsi Mustasaari is a lighthouse located on the island of West Mustasaari in Helsinki, Finland.

Overview

• The construction of the Länsi Mustasaari began in 1909 and was completed in 1910. The tower stands at a height of 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of 40 meters (131 feet).

History

• The Länsi Mustasaari began its construction in 1909 and was completed in 1910.
• The tower stands at a height of 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of 40 meters (131 feet).

Architecture

The lighthouse is constructed from stone and features a distinctive octagonal shape. The tower is topped with a lantern room containing a first-order Fresnel lens.

Light Characteristics

• The Länsi Mustasaari emits a green light, visible at a range of 7 nautical miles (13 kilometers).
• The light pattern consists of six flashes per minute, with each flash lasting for 2 seconds.
• The light is characterized by the following parameters:
• Color: Green
• Height: 5 meters (16 feet)
• Period: 2 minutes

Current Status

The Länsi Mustasaari is currently an active aid to navigation, but it has been automated since its installation.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is located at the address Suomenlinnan huoltotunneli in Helsinki. The nearest town is Helsinki, which is accessible by public transportation or on foot.

Heritage Status

The Länsi Mustasaari has been designated as a cultural heritage site in Finland.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for the Länsi Mustasaari.