Giordan Lighthouse (Ghasri)

Malta / Gozo and Comino / Gharb / Ghasri
 lighthouse, microwave tower / microwave transmission

Construction works on Giordan Lighthouse started in June 1852. It was built to a height of about 21 metres. On 15th March 1853, Sir William Reid, Governor of Malta inaugurated the lantern which worked with oil. Its beam flashed at a few seconds interval by means of a rotating reflector. Later on a residential quarter for the watchmen was added and the system of lighting changed. The whole project was officially inaugurated by Sir William Reid on 11th October 1857. Gordan lighthouse was then operated by means of 21 fixed kerosene lamps which threw their light on a rotating reflector.
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Coordinates:   36°4'19"N   14°13'6"E
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