Keri Lighthouse
Keri Lighthouse (Estonian: Keri tuletorn) (previously known as Kokskäri Lighthouse) is a lighthouse in the Gulf of Finland on Keri Island. The light itself is at an elevation of 31 metres (102 ft) above sea level, while the lighthouse itself is 28 metres (92 ft) tall.
| Location | Keri Island Estonia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 59°41′55.38″N 25°1′21.78″E |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1724 (first) 1803 (second) |
| Construction | cast iron tower on 15 metres (49 ft) high stone cylinder basement |
| Automated | yes |
| Height | 31 metres (102 ft) |
| Shape | two-stage cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern |
| Markings | unpainted stone lower tower and red upper tower |
| Power source | solar power |
| Heritage | architectural monument |
| Light | |
| First lit | 1858 (current) |
| Focal height | 31 metres (102 ft) |
| Range | 11 nautical miles (20 km) |
| Characteristic | LFl W 15s |
| Estonia no. | EVA 155 |
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