Dixon Hill Lighthouse, San Salvador, Bahamas (2005)

Built in 1887 on a former plantation owned by John Dixon, this 400,000 candle-powered lighthouse has a visibility of 19 miles. Standing 163 feet above sea level, it maintains four-hour watches nightly, giving a double flash every 10 seconds. This kerosene lit, hand-operated lighthouse is the last of its type in The Islands of The Bahamas.

We explored the lighthouse. The air was think with the smell of kerosene. The gentlest touch of a handle would send the dome spinning endlessly. The beautiful lenses are all hand-carved. We left a donation for the lighthouse keeper as we left.

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[ringo999999]

like it up there. been there a few times :)

[zalbok87]

I've beeeeeeen thereee

[tebarovski]

i love hand operated lighthouses the others are so lonely

[djtallz]

hey i been there plenty times lovely view at the top