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Akra Achpas

Σκάλα Μαριών - Μαριές

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Akra Achpas Lighthouse

The Akra Achpas lighthouse is situated on the Greek island of Skala Marion, in the Ionian Sea.

  • The construction of the Akra Achpas lighthouse began in an unspecified year, although it reportedly dates back to the 19th century.
  • The lighthouse has undergone several renovations and restorations over the years, with its current status as an active aid to navigation confirmed.

Architecture

The tower height of the Akra Achpas lighthouse is approximately 14 meters (46 feet).

The lighthouse's architectural style is reportedly traditional, with a cylindrical shape and a distinctive lantern room.

  • The focal height is believed to be around 20-25 meters (66-82 feet), although this information is not explicitly stated.

Light Characteristics

The Akra Achpas lighthouse emits a white light with a range of approximately 7 nautical miles.

  • The light pattern consists of four distinct flashes, spaced at intervals of 0.5, 1.5, 0.5, and 7.5 seconds, respectively.

This sequence is reportedly designated as "E 4547.5".

Current Status

The Akra Achpas lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although it has not been automated.

Heritage Status

The Akra Achpas lighthouse is reportedly listed on the Greek Ministry of Culture and Sports' inventory of cultural heritage sites.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are reported for the Akra Achpas lighthouse.

Details

NameAkra Achpas
CitySkala Marion
CountryGreece
Coordinates40.638584, 24.512547
Current useactive aid to navigation