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Alang Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇮🇳Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Alang Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white hexagonal masonry tower with black banding. It rises 78 meters above the surrounding area, with its light positioned 36 meters above sea level. The structure is built from masonry. Its operational light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds and includes a RACON signal. The tower is white and black in color.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 14 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
14NM

Location

City
Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
21.4030°
Longitude
72.1844°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
78m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: White hexagonal masonry tower, black banded; 78. RACON C(– • – •)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0446
NGA No.
28188
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Alang Lighthouse at night?+
Alang displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Alang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Alang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Alang SBY at 0.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Mithivirdi (4.7 NM NE), Gogha (17.4 NM NNE), Ghogha (17.6 NM NNE), Bhavnagar (24.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Alang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Alang Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Alang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Alang Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.