Derbent Lighthouse
Derbent, Russia
Open to visitors
The interior is normally open, possibly ticketed.
Strollie cannot guarantee access — always check before you travel.
The Derbent Lighthouse is the southernmost lighthouse in Russia, standing in the centre of Derbent in the Russian Republic of Dagestan. Built in 1853 of stone and rising 18.6 metres, it stands on the fortress wall between the Sergei Kirov and Nizami Ganjavi parks, about half a kilometre from the coastline. It is a protected federal monument and is included in UNESCO's historical listing.
- Built
- Type
- lighthouse, architectural landmark
- Materials
- stone
- Heritage
- federal cultural heritage site in Russia, World Heritage Site
- Height
- 18.6 m
- Place
- Derbent, Russia
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