Zmiinyi Lighthouse, Lighthouse on Snake Island, Ukraine.
The Zmiinyi Lighthouse stands 12 meters tall on Snake Island in the Black Sea, providing essential navigation signals to maritime traffic near Odesa Oblast.
Built in 1842 by the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Empire, the lighthouse marks a critical point for ships traveling through the waters around Snake Island.
The lighthouse represents the maritime heritage of Ukraine, operating within a network of over 100 navigational beacons managed by the state institution Derzhhidrohrafiya.
Visitors require special permits to access Snake Island, and transportation is limited due to the remote location 35 kilometers from the Ukrainian coast.
The lighthouse operates on a dual solar and diesel power system, as the island lacks natural freshwater sources and receives regular supplies through air deliveries.
Location: Odesa Oblast
Location: Izmail Raion
Location: Vylkove urban hromada
Inception: 1842
GPS coordinates: 45.25508,30.20278
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:16
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