Georges Island Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in South End, Halifax, Canada
Georges Island Lighthouse is a white concrete structure with red vertical striping and a matching red dome, standing roughly 16 meters tall on an island in Halifax Harbour. The octagonal tower is an automated navigation aid that continues to serve the region's maritime traffic.
The original wooden tower built in 1876 was destroyed by fire in 1916, prompting the construction of the current concrete structure in 1917. This replacement was designed to serve maritime navigation reliably for the long term.
The lighthouse embodies Halifax's maritime history, with the island itself serving as a crucial navigation point for generations of sailors. Visitors can sense the connection between this isolated structure and the busy city beyond it.
The island is accessible by water, and the lighthouse can be viewed from boats or during Halifax Harbour cruises. The best time to visit is during clear weather when visibility across the harbour is at its best.
The lighthouse once contained a fog bell transferred from Meagher's Beach in 1889, preserving older maritime signaling methods. This bell was part of the navigation system before electric lighting became the primary aid.
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