Kõpu Lighthouse
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Kõpu Lighthouse (Estonian: Kõpu tuletorn) is one of the best-known symbols and tourist sites on the Estonian island of Hiiumaa. It is one of the oldest lighthouses in the world,[A] having been in continuous use since its completion in 1531.[2][3] The lighthouse is quite unique with its shape and exceptional among lighthouses because it has gone through all the stages from a medieval landmark up to a modern electrified lighthouse.[4]
Location | Hiiumaa, Mägipe, Hiiumaa Parish, Estonia |
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Coordinates | 58°54′57″N 22°11′59″E |
Tower | |
Constructed | 1531 |
Construction | monolithic limestone and granite boulder tower |
Automated | 1963 |
Height | 37.7 m (124 ft) |
Shape | square tower with four buttresses, balcony and lantern room |
Markings | white tower with counterforts, red lantern room |
Power source | mains electricity |
Heritage | architectural monument |
Light | |
Focal height | 103.6 m (340 ft) |
Light source | LED |
Intensity | 2,100,000 candela |
Range | 26 nmi (48 km; 30 mi) |
Characteristic | Fl(2) W 10s |
Estonia no. | 668[1] |
The lighthouse marks the Hiiu Shoal (Estonian: Hiiu madal, Swedish: Neckmansgrund) and warns ships away from the shoreline. Light from Kõpu Lighthouse can be used for navigation as far as 26 nautical miles (48 km; 30 mi) away.[1]
Kõpu Lighthouse was previously known by its Swedish name, Övre Dagerort.[5]