Point Charles Light, Maritime lighthouse in Northern Territory, Australia
The lighthouse features a hexagonal structure made of cast wrought iron, with a central cylinder, balcony, and lantern at the top section.
Built in 1893 with materials from Birmingham, England, Point Charles Light stands as the Northern Territory's first lighthouse, marking a period of maritime development.
The surrounding land holds significance for Indigenous communities through the Kenbi land claim, encompassing 52,000 hectares of traditional Aboriginal territory.
The lighthouse remains operational under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, with maintenance crews accessing the structure primarily by helicopter.
The structure maintained functionality after Cyclone Tracy in 1974, leading to its recommissioning when nearby radio transmission masts sustained substantial damage.
Location: Northern Territory
GPS coordinates: -12.38930,130.63100
Latest update: March 5, 2025 15:04
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