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North Bull Lighthouse

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North Bull Lighthouse (Dublin)
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North Bull Lighthouse

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

Completed in 1880, the lighthouse was designed by Bindon Blood Stoney, an Irish engineer who also oversaw the construction of the North Bull Wall.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse features a distinctive green color, marking it as one of four lighthouses that help guide shipping into the Liffey, and the Port of Dublin.

It is built using traditional materials, with the tower height reportedly standing at 15 meters above sea level.

Light Characteristics

The North Bull Lighthouse emits a green light with a range of 10 nautical miles.

The light has a period of four seconds and is characterized by a Fl sequence.

Current Status

The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, operated and maintained by the Dublin Port Company.

Heritage Status

The North Bull Lighthouse is listed as a notable landmark in Ireland, contributing to the country's rich maritime heritage.

  • Completed in 1880
  • Designed by Bindon Blood Stoney
  • Built using traditional materials
  • Emitting a green light with a range of 10 nautical miles
  • Characterized by a Fl sequence
  • Operated and maintained by the Dublin Port Company
  • Listed as a notable landmark in Ireland

Details

NameNorth Bull Lighthouse
CityDublin
CountryIreland
Coordinates53.34488, -6.149721
ArchitectBindon Blood Stoney
Current useactive aid to navigation