Split Point Lighthouse
Victoria · Australia
The lighthouse was constructed in 1891. For 27 years, three lighthouse keepers worked at this remote location, ensuring the light was operating well and communicating with ships via a number of code systems. The lighthouse still has its original construction with a wonderful staircase and timber fittings. The lantern still operates having had more than three different light sources over its history. The tower was converted to automatic operation in 1919. The keepers' cottages and stables form an intrinsic part of the lighthouse precinct.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Split Point Lighthouse
Welcome to Split Point Lighthouse, an iconic sentinel perched dramatically upon the rugged limestone cliffs of Aireys Inlet. As we begin our exploration, take a moment to absorb the salt-laden air and the rhythmic roar of the…
Listen in the app2The Lighthouse Discovery Trail
We begin our physical journey along the Lighthouse Discovery Trail, a well-maintained path that skirts the edge of the cliffs. As you walk, observe the stratigraphy of the cliffs; the layers of limestone and sandstone tell a…
Listen in the app3Architecture and Engineering of the Tower
Standing directly beneath the tower, its scale becomes truly impressive. The Split Point Lighthouse reaches a height of thirty-four meters, and its walls are constructed of thick concrete, a relatively innovative material for…
Listen in the app4The Keepers' Quarters and Social History
Near the tower, you will find the original keepers' cottages. These buildings provide a window into the social hierarchy and domestic reality of the lighthouse service. …
Listen in the app5Eagle Rock and the Geology of the Inlet
From this vantage point, looking out toward the sea, you can see Eagle Rock, a prominent basalt and sandstone stack rising from the waves. This geological feature is a remnant of the ancient coastline, having resisted the…
Listen in the app6Maritime Disasters and the Bass Strait
As we gaze out over the Bass Strait, we must reflect on the 'Shipwreck Coast' moniker. This stretch of water between mainland Australia and Tasmania is notorious for its shallow depth and converging currents, which create…
Listen in the app7The Tea House and Local Flora
Turning back toward the land, we see the charming Split Point Tea House, a structure that reflects the early tourism history of Aireys Inlet. In the early twentieth century, as the Great Ocean Road was being constructed, sites…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our visit to Split Point Lighthouse, take one last look at the White Queen standing tall against the horizon. This site is more than a picturesque stop; it is a profound intersection of history, science, and nature. …
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What is Split Point Lighthouse?
Split Point Lighthouse is a place in Victoria · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Victoria · Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -38.4680, 144.1045 |
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