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Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang

Pulau Sarangbuang Lighthouse, North Nias, North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia

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Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang

The Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang is a lighthouse located on Pulau Sarangbuang in North Nias, North Sumatra, Indonesia.

History

  • The construction of the Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang began in an unspecified year. Its purpose was to serve as a navigational aid for mariners traversing the waters around Pulau Sarangbuang. The lighthouse has been operational for many years, providing vital guidance to ships and fishermen.
  • The exact details regarding its construction are not available.

Architecture

The tower of the Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang stands at a height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet). Its focal height is reportedly around 30 meters (98 feet), allowing it to illuminate the surrounding waters over a considerable distance. The lighthouse's metal framework serves as both a structural support and a communication tower, facilitating communication between ships and coastal authorities.

Light Characteristics

The Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang emits a fixed white light with a specific pattern. While exact details regarding its range are not available, the lighthouse is believed to provide sufficient illumination for navigation purposes.

Current Status

The Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang remains an active navigational aid, although it has reportedly been automated in recent years. Its status as a functioning lighthouse ensures continued safety for mariners and fishermen in the region.

Location and Accessibility

Pulau Sarangbuang Lighthouse is situated on Pulau Sarangbuang, accessible by boat or via land routes connecting North Nias to other parts of Sumatra. The exact location can be found using geographical coordinates 1.6956301, 97.44848572000001.

Heritage Status

The Mercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang has been designated as a notable landmark in Indonesia, contributing to the country's rich maritime heritage.

Notable Historical Events

While specific details regarding notable historical events are not available, it is known that the lighthouse has played an important role in the region's maritime history.

Details

NameMercusuar Pulau Sarangbuang
City
CountryIndonesia
Coordinates1.6956301, 97.44849
Current useActive navigational aid
Accessibletrue