La Marte Lighthouse

 

We were disappointed that there was road construction that obstructed access to and views of the La Martre Lighthouse. This was a major disappointment because it is one of the more original lighthouses along the Gaspésie coastline. First, it is painted a bright red along with its nearby buildings and second, it has an unusual octagonal base shape. It is considered one of the more photogenic lighthouses in Quebec but the view was seriously marred today. Sometimes life just sucks.

The lighthouse is fully automated today but is operated non-automated during the day so people ordinarily can see the Fresnel lens rotating in its mercury bath while using its original system of weights and pulleys.

After that we veered inland because we were running out of time and I did not want to travel the roads in the dark. Old men must learn to be humble.

 

 

 

 

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