Even Under Construction This Was Impressive
For generations of mariners along this coast, the light at Cape Bonavista was their only connection to land while out on the dark sea. Built in 1843, the light at Cape Bonavista is one of the few in the world where you can still climb up the stone tower and see the same seal oil fueled catoptric light apparatus that was used in the 1800s. One of the most photographed places in Newfoundland and Labrador, this is a prime location to view whales, icebergs and Puffins.
Not My Picture, Just Shows What It Looks Like
The Living Quarters
Every 15 minutes the light keeper would have to crank the 200 lb weight
in the below pic up 3 stories in order to have the spotlights turn
The Work Shop
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