Point Amour Lighthouse, Heritage lighthouse in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Point Amour Lighthouse is a stone tower located on the coast of the Strait of Belle Isle in Newfoundland and Labrador. The white cylindrical structure with a black band rises from limestone cliffs and includes residential quarters that now house museum exhibits.
Construction took place between 1854 and 1858 to help guide ships through iceberg-filled waters of the Strait of Belle Isle. This tower represents the era when such structures were essential for maritime safety on this dangerous coastline.
The former keeper's residence now serves as a museum where visitors can explore maritime navigation tools and maritime safety equipment from different eras. You can observe how lighthouse keepers lived and worked to guide ships safely through these treacherous waters.
Reaching the top requires climbing multiple flights of stairs inside the tower, so a reasonable level of fitness is helpful. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear and be aware that coastal weather can change quickly.
The lighthouse employs a second-order Fresnel lens, an optical device that was revolutionary for maritime navigation. This lens could transform light into bright signals visible from great distances, allowing sailors to spot the beacon from far out at sea.
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