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Kachhigadh Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇳Rupen Bandar, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kachhigadh Lighthouse

The Kachhigadh Lighthouse is a 30-meter cylindrical concrete tower built in 1983. Its exterior features horizontal red and white bands, and it is topped with a lantern and gallery. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 15 seconds, providing a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. Located in Rupen Bandar, Gujarat, it stands 34 meters above sea level. The site is accessible to the public, although entry into the tower is not permitted. It is situated about 10.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Beyt.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels approaching the southern entrance to the Gulf of Kachchh, a significant shipping lane, warning them of the headland and coastal features.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1983

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal red and white bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted with horizontal red and white bands

Location

City
Rupen Bandar
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Gujarat
Latitude
22.3307°
Longitude
68.9488°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Beyt(10.7 km)
ARLHS No.
IND-142
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kachhigadh Lighthouse at night?+
Kachhigadh displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Kachhigadh Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kachhigadh Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dwarka at 5.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Beyt (10.8 NM NE), Okha (11.5 NM NE), Positra (12.8 NM ENE), Salaya (36.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kachhigadh Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kachhigadh 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 Kachhigadh Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kachhigadh 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.