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Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇳Old Gajuwaka, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse

The Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse, built in 1957, is a cylindrical masonry tower standing 15 meters tall. It features horizontal black and white bands on its exterior, with a red-painted lantern dome. The focal height of the light is 173 meters, and it emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for over 31 nautical miles. Located in Old Gajuwaka, Andhra Pradesh, it is situated 0.8 kilometers from the port of Visakhapatnam. The tower's construction material is masonry.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for ships navigating the Bay of Bengal, offering a reference point for vessels approaching the Indian coast and avoiding hazards near the headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
173m
Geographic Range
31.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Visakhapatnam(0.8 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal black and white bands
Material
masonry

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

Location

City
Old Gajuwaka
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Latitude
17.6764°
Longitude
83.2926°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse at night?+
Dolphin's Nose displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Visakhapatnam at 1.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Vizagapatanam (3.1 NM W), Gangavaram (4.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dolphin's Nose 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 Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dolphin's Nose 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.