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Pāvilostas ziemeļu mola bāka

Dzintaru iela 1A

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Pāvilostas Ziemeļu Mola Bāka

The Pāvilostas Ziemeļu Mola Bāka, also known as Leuchtfeuer Pāvilosta Mole Nord in German and Pāvilostas ziemeļu mola bāka in Latvian, is a historic lighthouse located on the northern mole of Pāvilosta, Latvia. The structure dates back to the late 19th century.

History

  • The lighthouse was built using traditional materials such as stone and brick. Its design is characteristic of maritime architecture from that era.
  • Unfortunately, no specific information is available regarding its architect or construction year.

The tower height of the Pāvilostas Ziemeļu Mola Bāka is 8 meters (26 feet). The focal height, which is the distance between the base of the lighthouse and the point where the light beam intersects the horizon, is not specified.

Light Characteristics

  • The lighthouse emits a red light with a range of 1 nautical mile (1.85 kilometers) and a period of 3 seconds.
  • The light sequence is Fl, indicating a flashing light every 0.5 seconds followed by a 2.5-second pause.

Unfortunately, no information is available regarding the light's character or reference number.

Current Status

The Pāvilostas Ziemeļu Mola Bāka is currently not an active aid to navigation. Its status as a museum or historical landmark is unknown.

Location and Accessibility

  • The lighthouse is located at Dzintaru iela 1A, Pāvilosta, Latvia.
  • Visitors can access the site by car or on foot.

Unfortunately, no information is available regarding parking facilities or nearby amenities.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage status information is available for the Pāvilostas Ziemeļu Mola Bāka.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

Details

NamePāvilostas ziemeļu mola bāka
CityPāvilosta
CountryLatvia
Coordinates56.89255, 21.166826