Kvitsøy Light

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Kvitsøy Light in 2000 - 36th trip
Kvitsøy Light in 2000 - 36th trip

Kvitsøy, Norway

Built: 1855

Automated: 1969

Located along the southwest coast of Norway, this area marks the southern entrance to the Skudenes Fjord. There has been a light in this area since 1700, with the first tower being built in 1800. The present 27 m (89 ft) tower was erected in 1855 and houses a second order lens that is 45.2 m (148 ft) above sea level, with a range of 18.5 nautical miles.

Kvitsøy Light in 2000 - 36th trip
Kvitsøy Light in 2000 - 36th trip

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