Faludden Lighthouse, Maritime navigation lighthouse in Gotland Municipality, Sweden.
Faludden is a cast iron lighthouse on Gotland's southern coast that rises 11.3 meters above the surrounding terrain. The structure serves as a navigation marker at the threshold where Baltic Sea routes converge toward the island.
Built in 1867 by architect Albert Theodor Gellerstedt, the lighthouse has remained a protected structure since its construction. Its operational systems underwent several upgrades over time to match evolving shipping demands.
The lighthouse occupies military grounds that shape how visitors experience it from assigned viewing areas. This location reflects Sweden's approach to protecting important maritime structures while maintaining security.
The lighthouse sits on military grounds that limit access and restrict visitors to designated viewing areas. It is important to follow security regulations and respect photography guidelines when visiting.
The structure initially relied on rapeseed oil for lighting before switching to kerosene in 1885. This fuel transition enabled more reliable light signals for maritime navigation.
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