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Caption: Lengkuas Island, Belitung Old Lighthouse
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Caption: Belitung is a splendid island on the east coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. Well-known for its beautiful sea view and white sand beaches.
But stunning beaches might be a dull way to tell about an island. Well, almost every island has its own ravishing view.
So, let’s talk a bit about history!
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Caption: Still standing firmly on its feet, this hundred years old lighthouse is an icon to Lengkuas Island. It was built in 1882 by the Dutch Colony Government.
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Caption: This eighteen story lighthouse is still a guiding light to both ships and beauty seekers alike.
With approximately 70 meters height, the lighthouse is stark against the sky. It stands tall on the rocky shore.
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Caption: Inside the lighthouse the stairs twist upward with windows in each floor giving visitors a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the ocean and fresh salty air.
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Caption: Because of its old age, visitors can only climb to the third floor for safety cause.
But do not worry, the large granite stones around the lighthouse, the streaming sun through the old windows, the brine in the air may as well entertain the visitors.
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Caption: It takes about 30 minutes by boat from Tanjung Kelayang Beach or from Tanjung Binga, Sijuk. During the trip to this island, one can enjoy the beautiful view of the sea and other islands close to the Lengkuas Island, such as Batu Belayar Island, Pasir Putih Island, Island, Burung Island, and Kelayang Island.
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