Top 7 Tallest Lighthouses In The World
The Jeddah Lighthouse holds the Guinness Book Of World Records for being the tallest lighthouse in the world, standing proud at 133 m or 431 ft.
The Monument overlooking Erie Lake was built to honour the country’s heroes who fought in the War of 1812. It measures 352 feet or 107.29 m, and was built in different stages.
Constructed in 1961, the Yokohama Marine Tower is 348 feet or 106 m high and among the world’s tallest lighthouses. It is also a popular recreational spot since it is located in Yamashita Park.
Located in Cordoba, Argentina, this light house rises to 263 feet; however, the topmost antenna makes it 335 feet or a 102 m construction.
The 330 feet or 100.5 m building n Buenos Aires, Argentina houses a lighthouse and an illuminated beacon on its top that can be seen from as far as Uruguay.
The Statue of Liberty was gifted to the US by France. Standing tall at 305 feet or 93 m, the giant copper sculpture was declared to function as a lighthouse under the orders of President Grover.
It is the highest lighthouse in Europe measuring around 83 m. Located in the tiny village of Plouguerneau, in Finistere, France, it was built in the early 20th century.