Phare de Cordouan

(Cordouan Lighthouse) France

 


Construction time:	1584-1611
Architects:		Louis DE FOIX and Francois BEUSCHER
Extension of the tower:	1786-1790 (+ renovation)
Architect:		TEULERE
Classified French
historical monument:	1862
Height:			64.80 meters
Latitude:		North 45°35'11''
Longitude:		West 1°10'25''
International n°:	D.1300
Top Light efficiency:	21 miles
Remark:			on 1st Floor, there is a nice chapel with colorful windows dated 
1853, and a room called the King's Bedroom (in case of visit of king Louis XIV).


The following photos were taken by: JC GOUBEAU
Please feel free to E-Mail him if you would like more info on Cordouan
lighthouse.