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Çiva Burnu Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇹🇷Terme, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Çiva Burnu Lighthouse

The Çiva Burnu Lighthouse, established in 1880, guides mariners near the delta of the Yeşilırmak River. The current structure is an 18-meter cylindrical concrete tower, painted white with two narrow black horizontal bands, and it exhibits a white flash every 10 seconds. This tower replaced an original skeletal lighthouse, reflecting advancements in construction materials and techniques. The lighthouse is positioned 2.5 kilometers southeast of the river mouth and approximately 30 kilometers northeast of Samsun. Its focal height reaches 23 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks Çiva Burnu, a significant landform on the Black Sea coast where the Yeşilırmak River meets the sea, offering guidance to vessels navigating the delta region and approaching Samsun.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1880

Significant events: Original light was a skeletal lighthouse

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Unye(17.6 km)
ARLHS No.
TUR-002

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with two narrow black horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white with two narrow black horizontal bands

Location

City
Terme
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Samsun
Sea Region
Çiva Burnu (Cape Civa or Cape Mercury) is the wedge-shaped delta of the Yeşilırmak (Iris) River. The river flows into the sea at the point of the cape. The lighthouse is 2.5 km southeast of the river mouth and about 30 km northeast of the city of Samsun.
Latitude
41.2627°
Longitude
37.0196°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Çiva Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Çiva Burnu displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Çiva Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Çiva Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ünye at 17.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Fatsa (25 NM ESE), Samsun (27.5 NM W), Ordu (40.5 NM ESE), Büyükçukur (49 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Çiva Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Çiva Burnu 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 Çiva Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Çiva Burnu 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.