Lille Torungen Lighthouse

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Lille Torungen Lighthouse (Lille Torungen fyrstasjon) is a coastal lighthouse on the island of Lille Torungen in Arendal Municipality in Agder county, Norway. This lighthouse, together with the nearby Store Torungen Lighthouse, mark the entrance from the Skaggerak through the outlying islands to the mainland town of Arendal. Both lighthouses were built in 1844 with the same specifications, making "twin" lighthouses marking the way to Arendal. The two lighthouses were put on the coat of arms for the old Hisøy Municipality in which the lighthouses were located (now they are in Arendal Municipality). Over time, both lighthouses were replaced, and the only one still standing is the Lille Torungen Lighthouse, although it is no longer in use. The site of the Lille Torungen Lighthouse is accessible only by boat. The island and site is open to the public, but the buildings are not.

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