Kanhoji Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Kanhoji Lighthouse
Also known as: Kanhoji (Khanoji) Angre (Khanderi Island, Kennery Island)
Completed in 1867, this lighthouse features an octagonal cut stone tower topped with a lantern and gallery. It stands 23 meters tall, with the light positioned 47 meters above sea level, offering a geographic range of 18.2 nautical miles. The tower is attached to a two-story keeper's house, constructed from stone. This facility remains operational, continuing its service to maritime navigation. The nearest port is Dharamtar, located 12.1 kilometers away.
Why it matters: Its octagonal cut stone tower represents a classic architectural style from its construction era. The lighthouse's continuous operation since 1867 highlights its sustained relevance for maritime traffic.
Light & Optic
- Focal Height
- 47m
- Geographic Range
- 18.2NM
Construction & History
- Year Built
- 1867
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Dharamtar(12.1 km)
- Admiralty No.
- F0556
- NGA No.
- 27936
- ARLHS No.
- IND-093
Tower & Structure
- Tower Height
- 23m
- Tower Shape
- octagonal
- Tower Color
- white
- Material
- stone
Structure: octagonal cut stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 2-story keeper's house
Location
- Country
- 🇮🇳India
- Region
- Maharashtra
- Latitude
- 18.7032°
- Longitude
- 72.8135°
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