Hambantota East Breakwater Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Hambantota East Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, standing 9 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters, was built in 2012. It features a unique round barbell shape, painted with horizontal green and white bands. Located 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Hambantota, it has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is positioned at the end of the east breakwater within Hambantota port. It is operational and identified by the Admiralty number F0838.2.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's flashing green light clearly marks the eastern breakwater, guiding vessels into the Hambantota port and preventing collisions with the port's infrastructure.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hambantota(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F0838.2.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower colored with green and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
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Latitude
6.1129°
Longitude
81.1037°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Hambantota East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Hambantota East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Hambantota at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Mawella (23.4 NM WSW), Koggala (46.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Hambantota East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Hambantota East Breakwater 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 Hambantota East Breakwater Lighthouse?

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What is the Hambantota East Breakwater lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , LK. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.