Gelendžik, Lighthouse and tentative cultural heritage site in Gelendzhik, Russia.
This brick lighthouse stands 13 meters tall at an elevation of 17 meters above sea level, serving as a navigational beacon for vessels entering Gelendzhik Bay on the Black Sea coast.
Constructed around 1897, this lighthouse has guided maritime traffic for over a century, witnessing the development of Gelendzhik from a fortress settlement into a modern resort destination.
Designated as a tentative cultural heritage site in Russia, the lighthouse represents the maritime infrastructure development of the late 19th century and symbolizes the region's enduring connection to seafaring traditions.
Located approximately five kilometers south of central Gelendzhik, the lighthouse can be reached via local coastal roads and offers visitors opportunities to photograph the structure against the bay backdrop.
The lighthouse keepers historically maintained the beacon through severe Black Sea storms, demonstrating remarkable dedication to maritime safety while operating this essential navigation aid for regional shipping routes.
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