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St. Augustine Lighthouse

St. Augustine Lighthouse is a historic navigational aid located in Florida, built in 1874 to guide ships safely along the coast. Standing about 165 feet tall, it offers panoramic views from the top and is a popular tourist attraction. The lighthouse features a light that was once essential for maritime safety, and its associated keeper’s house now serves as a museum. Carefully restored, it provides insights into maritime history and lighthouse technology, making it both an important maritime landmark and an educational site for visitors interested in history, engineering, and coastal navigation.