Långe Erik Light
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This light is located at the northern tip of the island of Öland. The tower is 32.1 m (105 ft) tall and made from sandstone. It can actually sway up to 2 feet during very high winds. Electricity was installed at the light in 1946. The tower is open to the public and can be climbed to the top for a beautiful view. <br clear=all> | This light is located at the northern tip of the island of Öland. The tower is 32.1 m (105 ft) tall and made from sandstone. It can actually sway up to 2 feet during very high winds. Electricity was installed at the light in 1946. The tower is open to the public and can be climbed to the top for a beautiful view. <br clear=all> | ||
[[Image:Långe Erik Light1.jpg|thumb|300px|''Långe Erik Light'' in 1999 - 33rd trip]] | [[Image:Långe Erik Light1.jpg|thumb|300px|''Långe Erik Light'' in 1999 - 33rd trip]] | ||
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Revision as of 13:10, 3 October 2010
Grankulla, Sweden
Built: 1845
Automated: 1976
This light is located at the northern tip of the island of Öland. The tower is 32.1 m (105 ft) tall and made from sandstone. It can actually sway up to 2 feet during very high winds. Electricity was installed at the light in 1946. The tower is open to the public and can be climbed to the top for a beautiful view.
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