Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse

Secche della Meloria Lighthouse - Credit: Antonello Marchese
The lighthouse and the historic tower are located in the open sea in an area with shallow waters (Secche della Meloria), about 7 km from the port in Livorno (Italy). The buildings can be seen at a distance from the ferry lines coming and going from the port. Today, the shallows are part of the “Secche della Meloria” marine protected area, access to which is regulated by the Managing Authorities of the Migliarino San Rossore Massaciuccoli Nature Reseve.

Akrotiri Lighthouse is a 19th-century lighthouse on the Greek island of Santorini. The lighthouse was built by a French company in 1892, making the lighthouse one of the oldest in Greece. The lighthouse ceased operating during World War II. The Greek Navy recommissioned the lighthouse in 1945. Wikipedia

Lake Sumter Landing Lighthouse, a landmark located in The Villages, Florida.

While it looks like a historic maritime structure, it is actually a stylized replica designed to fit the nautical "fishing village" theme of the Lake Sumter Landing market square.

Key Details

Location: It is situated along the boardwalk of Lake Sumter.

Function: Today, it serves as a decorative landmark and is part of the Lighthouse Point Bar & Grille, which offers waterfront dining with views of the lake.

Inspiration: The tower's skeletal iron design is inspired by authentic Florida lighthouses, such as the Sanibel Island Lighthouse.

Activities: You can view the lighthouse from the shore or take guided boat tours on the Lake Sumter Line to see it from the water.

The photo itself was captured by Bryan Lee Williams, a local photographer known for capturing scenic views of this area.