Merikarvia lighthouse, Lighthouse in Merikarvia, Finland
The red and white striped structure rises 16.2 meters above the Bothnian Sea, featuring a characteristic light pattern that flashes white twice every twenty seconds.
Built in 1987, the Merikarvia lighthouse represents Finland's commitment to maritime safety during a period of increased naval traffic in the Bothnian Sea region.
The lighthouse, known as Merikarvian majakka in Finnish and Kasa Storbådan in Swedish, reflects the bilingual maritime heritage of Finland's coastal communities.
The lighthouse operates through solar cells and maintains a visibility range of 6.7 nautical miles, serving as a critical navigation point for vessels in the area.
The lighthouse combines modern solar technology with traditional maritime functions, featuring identification numbers C4351 in the Admiralty system and 3041 in Finnish records.
Location: Merikarvia
Inception: 1987
Height: 16.2 m
GPS coordinates: 61.93017,21.27633
Latest update: July 30, 2025 03:26
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