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The Lighthouses of the Outer Banks. Tom and I visited three of them: Cape
Hatteras, Bodie Island, and Currituck. We climbed to the top (and back down) at
Hatteras and Currituck. These are amazing structures, and my few photos here
cannot do them justice. Huge, massive, standing against hurricanes and all sorts
of weather, they were a sign and beacon of hope for many a lost or off course
ship in days before GPS was a common word. They are massive and impressive, and
even solemn. Here's just a few pics.
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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. One of the best known. It was moved inland
aver 1000 yards inland a few years back to preserve it and protect it
from the ever-encroaching coastline. Even a lighthouse can't fool with
mother nature. |
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The Bodie Island lighthouse (pronounced "body"). It is in the
beginning stages of restoration. |
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The keepers house at Bodie Island lighthouse has been restored and
serves as a museum and gift shop. |
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Currituck lighthouse, on the north end of the outer banks, was
restored a few years back and offers a great view. |
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Looking down from near the top at Currituck. It was about 212 steps
to the top. Good exercise! |
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The keeper's house at Currituck. |
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