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Bengtskär Lighthouse

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Part of the history of Finland

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In the southernmost inhabited place in Finland Bengtskär lighthouse is a symbol of the country and especially the area, with a story full of tragic events and unique moments. It has been hotly contested since it was built in 1906 and has suffered conquests and attacks - but it has survived. During the world wars, because of its location, it became an important enclave when passing, mainly towards Russia, and for controlling the area, so it was highly coveted. It is 52 meters above sea level (with 252 steps), took less than a year to build and its light could be seen for 40 km, making this rugged area surrounded by small islets in a safer place for ships.

In 1914 during World War I it was bombed, fortunately the lighthouse keeper and his family were evacuated in time. After the war there was peace until 1941 when invading Russian troops tried to destroy it, the attack was repelled by just 41 Finns (including lighthouse workers). After this period of wars and attacks, began a quieter time for the lighthouse and with it restoration and modernization that was completed in 1995 and the lighthouse became a historical monument for tourists. And, really, it is well worth visiting, its impressive construction and its tragic and epic history. Today you can get there from Hanko (about 25 miles by boat) or from Kasnas, perhaps the most recommended, because from here there is a ferry that, previously, went to Rosala island and the Viking Centre. The trip to the lighthouse from Kasnas lasts an hour and a quarter or so, but on the way stop in Rosala to eat. The return journey has no stops. The price from Kasnas, and for food, is about 55 euros. Even the lighthouse has a few rooms to rent (from 70 euros) accommodation completely unlike any other. The visit (guided in English or Finnish) is 7 euros for adults and 3 for children.
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