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Sarpıncık Lighthouse

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Sarpıncık Lighthouse

Karaburun, İzmir

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A lighthouse at the northwestern tip of the Karaburun Peninsula, lit since 1938.

Safety warning

The area around the lighthouse is rocky and windy; do not go near cliff edges.

Its story

Sarpıncık Lighthouse stands on the rocky shore facing the open sea at the northwestern cape of the Karaburun Peninsula. In service since January 10, 1938, its light can be seen from about 10 nautical miles away. It is an important navigational mark for ships heading into the Gulf of İzmir and passing off the peninsula. The lighthouse is reached from the Karaburun district center via Sarpıncık; the area is known for its sunsets and open-sea views.

Key facts

Range
10 nautical miles
Visiting
Viewed from around the lighthouse
In service since
January 10, 1938

Trip purpose

  • Free
  • Photography
  • Quiet

Location

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38.65849, 26.36256

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarp%C4%B1nc%C4%B1k_Feneri | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/T%C3%BCrkiye%27deki_deniz_fenerleri_listesi