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Famous Denmark lighthouse shifted away from eroding coastline

October 25, 2019

The 120-year-old building was put on wheels and moved. (Source: Other)

A lighthouse in Denmark has had to be moved inland as coastal erosion sparked fears it could fall into the sea.

A large crowd watched on as the 120-year-old building was put on wheels and slowly relocated 60 metres.

It was predicted the coastal landmark, which attracts 250,000 visitors a year would have fallen into the sea by 2023.

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