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Petropavlovskiy

на мыс Вилкова

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Petropavlovskiy (Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky)
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Petropavlovskiy Lighthouse

The Petropavlovskiy lighthouse is located on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia and has been an important aid to navigation since its construction.

History

  • The exact date of its construction is not specified, but it was reportedly built during the Soviet era.

Architecture

The lighthouse stands at a height of 93 meters (305 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of approximately 120 meters (394 feet).

  • The lighthouse features a conical truncated tower design and is constructed from stone.

Light Characteristics

The Petropavlovskiy lighthouse emits a white light that can be seen up to 20 nautical miles away.

  • Its light pattern consists of a sequence of five flashes, with an interval of two seconds between each flash.
  • The light is also equipped with a radio beacon, which has a range of transmission of 150 meters.

Current Status

The lighthouse remains active and is still used as an aid to navigation for mariners.

  • However, its status as an automated lighthouse is not specified.

Location and Accessibility

The Petropavlovskiy lighthouse is located on the coast of Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia.

  • The address is на мыс Вилкова (on Vilkova Cape).
  • The town of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky is nearby, making it accessible by car or public transportation.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse's heritage status is not specified.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for the Petropavlovskiy lighthouse.

Details

NamePetropavlovskiy
CityPetropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
CountryRussia
Coordinates52.88778, 158.70956
Current useactive navigation