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Bandar-e Gaz Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Bandar-e Gaz Lighthouse

This square concrete lighthouse stands 26 meters tall on a matching base. Several large lights are situated at the top of the pillar. The structure is located on Pharos Square, a waterfront park in Bandar-e Gaz. It sits on the Gulf of Gorgan, a lagoon on the southeastern Caspian Sea. The site is open to the public, but visitors cannot enter the tower. The nearest port, Bandar Gaz, is 1.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to the Gulf of Gorgan, a shallow lagoon at the Caspian Sea's southeastern corner. It offers a connection to Iran's Qajar dynasty period.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete block pillar centered on a square concrete block base, with several large lights at the top of the pillar

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Location

Country
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Latitude
36.7834°
Longitude
53.9458°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bandar Gaz(1.7 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Bandar-e Gaz Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bandar-e Gaz Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bandar-e Gaz at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Bandar Neka (20.4 NM WNW), Bandar Amirabad (28.7 NM W), Amir Abad Pt (30.4 NM W), Neka (32.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bandar-e Gaz Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bandar-e Gaz 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 Bandar-e Gaz Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bandar-e Gaz 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.