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Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front Lighthouse

A 25-meter-high square skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands, marks the inner bar at the entrance to Chittagong Port. This navigational aid is situated on the east bank of the Karnaphuli River, about 3 kilometers from the port city. The tower displays a quick-flashing white light and is maintained by the Chittagong Port Authority.

Why it matters: This front range light serves as a reference point for vessels navigating the Karnaphuli River's inner bar, facilitating safe passage into Chittagong's harbor and supporting the movement of commercial ships.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chittagong(3.0 km)

Location

Country
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Latitude
22.2463°
Longitude
91.8359°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Chattogram at 1.6 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front 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 Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chittagong Inner Bar Range Front 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.