Elbow Cay lighthouse, Historical lighthouse in Hope Town, The Bahamas.
Elbow Cay lighthouse is a navigational structure in Hope Town, Bahamas, distinguished by its bold red and white horizontal stripes and 27-meter height. The masonry tower features a white lantern room topped with a grey dome.
The lighthouse began operations in 1863 as a navigational aid for vessels around the Abaco Islands. It has functioned continuously since its establishment, making it one of the oldest operating structures of its kind in the region.
The lighthouse represents the maritime heritage of Hope Town and remains manually operated in ways visitors can observe directly. You can see how traditional seafaring methods continue to shape daily life in this coastal community.
The lighthouse is accessible by boat, and visitors can climb to the observation deck at the top. The ascent offers expansive views across the surrounding islands and open water.
The structure operates using a kerosene lamp powered by a weight mechanism that requires hand-cranking every few hours. This operational method is a rare working example of early lighthouse technology still in use today.
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