They are the buildings that have saved countless lives at sea by guiding ships to safety in some of the world's most dangerous locations. And a new book has revealed the most fascinating and stunning lighthouses from around the world. Lighthouses: Beacons of the Sea by author David Ross charts 150 both operational and abandoned lighthouses in places ranging from busy coastlines to desolate islands.
The tome also shows how they witness the most extremes of weather, from heavenly sunsets to being encased in ice. And among the breathtaking pictures featured in the book are images of the Gadeokdo East Breakwater Lighthouse in South Korea which looks like the prow of a ship and the Jeddah Port Control Tower in Saudi Arabia - one of the tallest in the world. Scroll down to discover some of the world's most fascinating lighthouses included in the book...
