Hook Lighthouse
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Fethard-on-Sea
#1 in Fethard-on-Sea
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#166 in Ireland
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Hook Lighthouse, located in Fethard-on-Sea, Ireland, is one of the oldest operating lighthouses in the world, with a history dating back over 800 years. Built during the medieval period by the monks of the nearby Hook Head monastery, it has served as a vital navigational aid for mariners navigating the treacherous waters of the southeastern Irish coast. The lighthouse is renowned for its robust Norman architecture, featuring thick stone walls and a spiral staircase that leads to the lantern room.
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