Green Point
Green Point has a focal height of 86 metres. It was built in 1905.
- Focal height
- 86 metres
- Built
- 1905
- Coordinates
- -30.24892, 30.77747
The Green Point Lighthouse is a provincial heritage site located in Clansthal, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It was built in 1905 and features a tapered cylindrical tower with a double balcony and lantern, standing at a height of 21 meters with a focal height of 85 meters. The lighthouse is made of cast iron and has a distinctive red and white banding, with a white lantern.
The Green Point Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse on the KwaZulu-Natal coast and has been described as an unusual cast-iron structure. It was automated in 1961 and has since been maintained as a historical site. The lighthouse has had several lightkeepers over the years, with the first being C G Johnson, who served from 1905 to 1918.
The Green Point Lighthouse is a significant landmark in South Africa and is included in the list of lighthouses in the country. It has been recognized for its historical and cultural importance and is considered a valuable part of the country's heritage. The lighthouse is still standing today and is a popular tourist attraction, offering stunning views of the surrounding area.
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Details
- Year Built
- 1905
- Location Text
- Umzinto, KZN
- Focal Height M
- 86