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Saugor Lighthouse, off the mouth of the Hooghly, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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Saugor Lighthouse, off the mouth of the Hooghly, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Saugor Lighthouse, off the mouth of the Hooghly, [India], 1876. The island of Saugor, upon which stands the iron lighthouse to guide ships approaching Calcutta as they enter the Hooghly river, is situated on the east side of the navigable channel most commonly used...The lighthouse, erected on Middleton Point, was constructed in England, and was placed where it is in 1853. The Hooghly, which has seven different channels open to vessels entering from the Bay of Bengal, is about 125 miles long. It is formed by the confluence of the Bhagruttee and Jellinghee streams, two large offsets of the Ganges. Its breadth at Calcutta is three quarters of a mile, and there is depth of water for ships drawing 17 ft. or 18 ft. to ascend the principal channel as far as that city. The Hindoos regard the island of Saugor as a very holy place'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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This photograph, taken in 1876, captures the Saugor Lighthouse standing proudly off the mouth of the Hooghly River in India. The island of Saugor, where the lighthouse is located, is considered a sacred place by the Hindus and is situated on the east side of the main navigable channel leading to Calcutta. The lighthouse, constructed in England and erected on Middleton Point in 1853, measures approximately 125 miles in length and is formed by the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Hooghly rivers, two major tributaries that are offsets of the Ganges. The Hooghly River is about three quarters of a mile wide at Calcutta, and there is sufficient depth of water for ships drawing 17 to 18 feet to navigate the principal channel up to the city. The Hooghly River, which is about 125 miles long, has seven different channels open to vessels entering from the Bay of Bengal. This photograph, published in the Illustrated London News in 1876, provides a glimpse into the rich maritime history of India during the 19th century. The lighthouse, a crucial navigational aid, guided ships safely into Calcutta, which was then a major commercial hub. The photograph, with its enchanting seascape, boats, and sailing ships, is a testament to the importance of water transport in the transportation of goods during this era. The black and white image, with its intricate details, is a beautiful reminder of the past and the role of lighthouses in guiding ships safely to their destinations.
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