Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Antervedi Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Antervedi Lighthouse

Also known as: Antervedi (Narsapur, Narasapur)

This cylindrical masonry tower, built in 1971, stands 26 meters tall and is painted with horizontal red and white bands. Its light emits a single white flash every 15 seconds from a focal height of 29 meters. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles and is accessible to the public. The nearest port is Kakinada, located 51.2 kilometers away. It is a square cylindrical masonry structure topped with a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides navigation guidance along the Indian coastline and its active status confirms its ongoing role in ensuring safe passage for maritime traffic in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1971

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal red and white bands
Material
masonry

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted with horizontal red and white bands

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Latitude
16.3170°
Longitude
81.7254°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kakinada(51.2 km)
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Antervedi Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near India, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Antervedi Lighthouse at night?+
Antervedi displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Antervedi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Antervedi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Machilipatnam at 35.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kakinada (49.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Antervedi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Antervedi 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 Antervedi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Antervedi 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.