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Fanjove Island Lighthouse

🇹🇿Tanzania, TZInactive

Location & Light Range

About Fanjove Island Lighthouse

The Fanjove Island lighthouse, established in 1894, was completed and first lit in 1924. It features a 17-meter square tower painted white, with a lantern and gallery. The tower rises from the center of a single-story keeper's house. The light characteristic is a white flash every 10 seconds, with a focal plane approximately 13 meters above sea level. The station was reactivated after a period of inactivity sometime between 2015 and 2018.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash

Construction & History

Year Built
1924

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6659
ARLHS No.
TAN-015

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Tanzania
Country
🇹🇿TZ
Latitude
-8.5728°
Longitude
39.5664°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fanjove Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fanjove Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Kilwa Kivinje at 13.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kilwa Masoko (22.4 NM S), Ikwiriri (48.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fanjove Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Fanjove Island Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Fanjove Island Lighthouse?+
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