Tuesday, October 30, 2007

New Jersey Lighthouses - Free Guide Available

New Jersey, being a coastal state, has lighthouses. For tourism reasons they are advertising their 'collection' of lighthouses with a pamphlet.

New Jersey’s lighthouses are majestic beacons, silent sentinels that guard time and mariners alike. It’s a testament to the craftsmanship of their construction that so many lighthouses survive today, after years of fighting the awe-inspiring force of the sea. Each one that remains tells its own fascinating tale of bygone seafarers and the dangers they faced.

As you plan your next vacation, remember to discover New Jersey’s lighthouses. Those open to the public are located in some of the most beautiful and adventurous settings you’ll ever visit. Put them on your travel itinerary and you’ll agree...New Jersey’s lighthouses are still a Must-See!

Lighthouses are many things to many people. To some, they are the seaside sentinels of a bygone era, idyllic landmarks set on picturesque beaches and bluffs. To others, they are a guiding light offering hope and comfort miles out on an often treacherous sea. But no matter what view you hold, everyone agrees on one thing: Lighthouses are simply magical! - NJ Guide

You can download it, or you can order a free copy. (Here)

New Jersey's Seaside Sentinels

Monday, October 29, 2007

Norway - Slettnes lighthouse - Northernmost mainland lighthouse in the world

Slettnes Lighthouse, Norway:
Perched at the very north of the European continent, facing the onslaught of the Barents Sea – in the centre of Slettnes nature reserve. The world’s northernmost lighthouse station on the mainland – Slettnes lighthouse. - Visit Norway



Photo credit: © 2003 Jan Reidar Johansen



Photo credit: Gamvik Kommune website


Many more great photos and map at Vulkaner Norway.

Slettnes at: Norwegian Lighthouse Association

Google Images: "Slettnes lighthouse"

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