Lesnoy Mole Rear Range Light, Range lighthouse in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Description
Lesnoy Mole Rear Range Light is a range lighthouse in Saint Petersburg's port, distinguished by red and white horizontal stripes on a concrete cylinder. The tower serves as a navigation reference for vessels moving through the harbor waters.
History
The range light was built to help ships navigate through Saint Petersburg's challenging harbor entrance. Since its establishment, it has played a key role in securing shipping routes across the Baltic region.
Culture
The lighthouse is part of the port infrastructure that defines Saint Petersburg as a major Baltic trade hub. Visitors can observe the technical markings and signal systems that show how modern shipping is coordinated here.
Practical
The range light is visible from the harbor waterfront but offers no public access to visitors. The best view of the structure comes from nearby waterside areas or during a harbor tour.
Did you know?
The range light stands out for its exceptional height in the port's infrastructure landscape. This scale allows signals to be visible over greater distances and underscores its role as a critical maritime safety feature.
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