Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse
- Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse
Infobox_lighthouse
name=Wilsons Promontory
location=Near Tidal River, Victoria, Australia
caption=
coordinates = coord|39|8|S|146|25.5|E|type:landmark
yearbuilt=1853
yearlit=1859
yeardeactivated=
automated=1975
intensity=51,000 cd
elevation=117 m
range=convert|18|nmi|km|0
foundation=
construction=Granite
shape=Cylindrical
marking=Unpainted grey tower, white lantern
characteristic=Fl. 7.5s
height=19 m
lens=
fogsignal =
admiralty =K2492
NGA =7300
ARLHS =AUS-171
Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse is situated on South East Point, Wilsons Promontory,Victoria, Australia. From its pont on the peninsular, it commands almost 360° views of Bass Strait. The Wilson's Promontory lighthouse is the southernmost lighthouse on mainland Victoria. The convert|18|km|mi walk from the nearest town, Tidal River is well worth it to experience its spectacular location.
The lighthouse protects shipping travelling through Bass Strait. The Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse is the main part of the Wilsons Promontory Lightstation.
History
The Wilson's Promontory Lighthouse was constructed with the use of convict labour over a period of approximately 7 years starting in 1853 through to completion in 1859. The lighthouse stands convert|19|m|ft tall and along with the keepers' cottage is constructed from local granite.
External links
* [http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1process_details.cfm?place=109 Parks Victoria: Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse]
* [http://www.lighthouse.net.au Lighthouses of Australia Inc.]
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