Palagruža Lighthouse
Palagruža Lighthouse has a focal height of 110 metres, a tower height of 23 metres and a range of 26 nautical miles. It was built in 1875.
- Focal height
- 110 metres
- Tower height
- 23 metres
- Range
- 26 nautical miles
- Built
- 1875
- Coordinates
- 42.39267, 16.25565
Palagruža Lighthouse is located on Palagruža Island in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. The lighthouse was built in 1875 and stands at a height of 23 meters above the ground, with a focal height of 110 meters. The tower is a cylindrical structure with a balcony and lantern rising from the center of a two-story keeper's house. The lighthouse features an unpainted tower with a white lantern and has a range of 26 nautical miles, with a reserve range of 12 nautical miles.
The island of Palagruža is uninhabited, except for the lighthouse staff and occasional summer tourists. The island can be reached only by a chartered motorboat, requiring a journey of several hours from nearby islands. Palagruža is a small archipelago in the Adriatic Sea, surrounded by dangerous waters, making landing difficult. The lighthouse is also the site of a meteorological station, and there is one beach of golden sand on the island.
The Palagruža Lighthouse has a rich history, with the island being associated with Greek mythology as the "Islands of Diomedes". The name "Palagruža" is derived from the Ancient Greek word "Pelagousae", meaning "sea islands". The island is further south than the mainland peninsula of Prevlaka, making it the southernmost point of Croatia. The lighthouse has been a vital aid to navigation for seafarers in the region, and its history and significance continue to be celebrated today.
Light and tower
The light has a focal height of 110 metres. The light has a range of 26 nautical miles.
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Details
- Range Nm
- 26
- Year Built
- 1875
- Focal Height M
- 110
- Tower Height M
- 23