Benghazi Lighthouse
The Benghazi Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on the coast of Libya in the neighborhood of the Sidi Khrebish area in Benghazi.[1] Its NGA number is 21508.
History
Built in 1922 during the Italian colonization of Libya and inaugurated in 1928, it is one of Benghazi's oldest and most prominent historical landmarks. As well as guiding ships, it was also used as a water tower.
The lighthouse is 22 m (72 ft) high and has a focal height of 41 m (135 ft). The light has a range of 17 nautical miles.[1]
The lighthouse sustained some damage during
In 2014, a 5-meter diameter clock in the colors of the national flag was inserted into the sea-facing side of the lighthouse, a donation from businessman Abubakr Sheikh,[2] in spite of opposition from the architectural community.[3]
Renovation
A renovation project announced in 2019 aims restore the lighthouse to its original state, and is projected to take 13 to 17 months. The project was initiated and funded by Benghazi's local authority, which is part of Libya's eastern interim government, headed by
See also
References
- ^ a b "Libya - Benghazi Lighthouse - World of Lighthouses". www.lightphotos.net.
- ^ "Benghazi lighthouse sets the time for locals". Libya Herald. 18 February 2014.
- ^ "Streets and Statues: Political Symbolism in Benghazi – Libya Tribune".
- ^ War-damaged Benghazi lighthouse undergoes restoration | Reuters Archive Licensing