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Chania Harbor Lighthouse
Crete, Greece
The original Venetian lighthouse was built in the late 16th century. A chain could be connected from the base of the lighthouse to the fortress of Firkas in order to close the harbor.
During Turkish occupation the lighthouse fell into disrepair but was eventually rebuilt between 1824 and 1832 in the form of a minaret. The modern lighthouse is often referred to as ' Egyptian' because it was built during a time when Crete was occupied by Egyptian troops who were supporting the weakening Ottoman Empire against the rebellious Cretans.
The base of the lighthouse is still the original Venetian base although the Lion of St. Marc which was carved there has long gone.
The 'Egyptian' lighthouse was extensively renovated in 2005 and now looks as good as new. It is located at the end of a long mole that protects the Venetian harbor from the sea.
Chania Harbor Lighthouse
Crete, Greece
The original Venetian lighthouse was built in the late 16th century. A chain could be connected from the base of the lighthouse to the fortress of Firkas in order to close the harbor.
During Turkish occupation the lighthouse fell into disrepair but was eventually rebuilt between 1824 and 1832 in the form of a minaret. The modern lighthouse is often referred to as ' Egyptian' because it was built during a time when Crete was occupied by Egyptian troops who were supporting the weakening Ottoman Empire against the rebellious Cretans.
The base of the lighthouse is still the original Venetian base although the Lion of St. Marc which was carved there has long gone.
The 'Egyptian' lighthouse was extensively renovated in 2005 and now looks as good as new. It is located at the end of a long mole that protects the Venetian harbor from the sea.