Lighthouses are, by their nature, each unique. So, choosing three, and calling them a unique group is a bit of a difficult task. Each of the three I've chosen for this page does, however, have something that sets it apart. One, in New Jersey, is the oldest surviving working lighthouse in the United States.
Before I tell you about the Bell Rock Light, I should tell you how the little reef on which it stands came to be known as Bell Rock. Some 11 miles from the shore of Angus, Scotland, is a reef, once only known as Inchcape.
Lighthouses have fascinated sailors and land lubbers alike for centuries. They represent guidance, showing the way to safe harbor, and strength when they stand stalwartly against a stormy sky and sea. In interior decorating, adding a classic nautical touch to your bath with a lighthouse theme isn't at all hard to do.
Did you know that August 7th is National Lighthouse Day? Take a driving tour of lighthouses of the Outer Banks on your next North Carolina vacation. Visit the five historic restored lighthouses on the barrier islands, enjoy beaches, shopping and great seafood restaurants of North Carolina's Outer Banks (OBX).
If you are a lighthouse lover, I'm guessing that you either already own some lighthouse ornaments for your Christmas tree, or that you would like to have some. Why not make this the year to add some? There are some really fine lighthouse ornaments available on line at Amazon.
Lighthouses are a necessity for ships at sea, popular tourist attractions, and historical sites. There are many that are iconic, and others that are relatively unknown. "Ten Famous Lighthouses From Around the World" looks at ten well-known lighthouses from different countries around the world and the history behind these lighthouses.
