Kihnu Lighthouse

Description

The lighthouse was transported in parts from England and put together on the island in 1864. The height of the lighthouse from sea level and from ground is respectively 31 and 29 m.

Address
Rootsiküla küla, Kihnu, Estonia

Established
1864

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