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Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 2s🇹🇷Istanbul, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical white concrete tower, 12 meters in height, stands 15 meters above sea level. It features a narrow red horizontal band and rises from a square, single-story stone base. Established in 1963, this structure marks the southern end of the Haydarpaşa breakwater, which shelters the commercial harbor on the Asiatic side of the Bosporus. The lighthouse emits a red flash every 2 seconds and has a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. Access to the site and tower is restricted to boat only.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the detached breakwater's southern extremity, facilitating safe entry and exit for ships utilizing the Haydarpaşa commercial harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl R 2s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1963

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Haydarpasa(1.3 km)
ARLHS No.
TUR-024

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a narrow red horizontal band
Material
stone, concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with a narrow red horizontal band, rising from a square 1-story stone base

Location

City
Istanbul
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Istanbul
Sea Region
Located at the southern end of the detached Haydarpaşa breakwater, which shelters the commercial harbor on the Asiatic side of the entrance to the Bosporus, the strait connecting the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara.
Latitude
40.9943°
Longitude
29.0184°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 2s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Haydarpasa at 0.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include FENERBAHCE (1.3 NM SE), Üsküdar (2 NM NE), Kabatas (2.5 NM NNW), Karaköy/Istambul (2.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses 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.
What shipping routes pass near Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses 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.