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North Bank Lighthouse

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North Bank Lighthouse (Dublin)
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North Bank Lighthouse

The North Bank Lighthouse is situated on Great South Wall, near Dublin, Ireland.

  • The lighthouse can be accessed by car or public transportation, with several bus routes stopping nearby.

History

Built in 1882, the North Bank Lighthouse has been an active aid to navigation at the mouth of the River Liffey for over a century.

Its unique architecture and location make it a notable landmark in Dublin's maritime history.

  • The lighthouse is reportedly designed in a distinctive style, earning it the nickname "The Tea Caddy" due to its shape resembling a giant mailbox on stilts.

Architecture

The structure is believed to have been constructed using traditional materials for the time period.

  • The lighthouse emits a green light with a range of 16 nautical miles and a focal height of approximately 10 meters above sea level.

Light Characteristics

The North Bank Lighthouse operates on an eight-second cycle, flashing at intervals of one second.

  • As of the current date, the North Bank Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, operated and maintained by the Dublin Port Company.

Current Status

The lighthouse is situated on Great South Wall, near Dublin, Ireland.

Details

NameNorth Bank Lighthouse
CityDublin
CountryIreland
Coordinates53.34486, -6.1763496
Current useactive navigation