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Splitpoint Lighthouse : Misty Autumn morning . . .

This image is included in 2 galleries:- 1) "I love lighthouse! Here are some of my favorites...in and outside of Second Life!" curated by Lanay Resident and 2) "The Sea" by Jane Statham.

 

On a chilly Autumn morning, the sea is rough, quite a few fishing enthusiastics in their waders are there to brave the light rain and unfriendly waves... Viewed from Fairhaven Beach.

 

Originally called Eagles Nest Point, the lighthouse was built in 1891. It is located in Aireys Inlet, a small town along Great Ocean Road, somewhere between Anglesea and Lorne. The lighthouse is 34 metres high with an elevation of 66 metres.

 

Operator: Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Light source: 120v, 1000W tungsten halogen lamp.

Intensity: White 116,000 CD. Red 23,000 CD.

Range: White 20 nautical miles, Red 16 nautical miles.

Character: Group flash 4 every 20 seconds.

 

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Uploaded on April 20, 2013
Taken on April 14, 2013