Tahkuna Lighthouse
Tahkuna Lighthouse (Estonian: Tahkuna tuletorn) is a lighthouse located in the Tahkuna Peninsula, Hiiu Parish, on the island of Hiiumaa, in Estonia.
| Location | Hiiumaa, Estonia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 59°05′29″N 22°35′10″E |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1875 (first) |
| Foundation | cement blocks |
| Construction | cast iron |
| Height | 43 metres (141 ft) |
| Shape | cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern |
| Markings | white tower and red lantern dome |
| Heritage | architectural monument |
| Light | |
| First lit | 1998 (current) |
| Focal height | 43 metres (141 ft) |
| Range | 12 nautical miles (22 km; 14 mi) |
| Characteristic | LFl(2) W 15 s. (2+2+2+9=15 s.) |
| Estonia no. | EVA 645 |
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