Sommers Light, Maritime navigation lighthouse in Kingiseppsky District, Russia.
Sommers Light stands on a rocky skerry in the Gulf of Finland and serves as a navigation marker for ships traveling through this eastern waterway. The structure has been modified and updated over time to meet changing maritime safety needs.
The beacon was built in 1808 and enlarged in 1866 with installation of a modern lens system. These changes reflected advances in maritime navigation technology.
The lighthouse bears witness to maritime engineering evolution, transitioning from simple oil lamps to modern navigation systems through different political administrations.
The island is reachable by boat and offers visitors a close view of the gulf's shipping routes. The area is often windy and the rocks can be slippery, especially in damp weather.
The lighthouse became a battle site on New Year's Eve 1941 when Finnish forces occupied it for its strategic location. This event is little known to many visitors despite being an important part of the area's past.
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