North Bank Lighthouse, Maritime beacon at River Liffey mouth, Ireland
The North Bank Lighthouse is an 11-meter tall beacon with a square tower supported by concrete columns at the entrance to Dublin Port. The structure sits on a platform in the river and marks a key navigation point for vessels entering the River Liffey.
The beacon was built in 1882 as part of a network of four lights guiding ships safely into the River Liffey. This early navigation aid played a key role in securing harbor traffic during the expansion of Dublin Port in the 1800s.
In 2015, the lighthouse inspired artist Fergal McCarthy to create a full-scale replica with functioning green light for an exhibition at Trinity College.
The beacon produces a green light visible over long distances in good conditions, flashing at regular intervals to guide ships. The best views come from nearby riverbanks or from the boats passing through the area where you can see it fully.
The beacon was recreated by a local artist as a full-scale art installation with a working green light. This unexpected artistic interpretation shows how maritime navigation aids can inspire modern creative expression.
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