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Karataş Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇹🇷Southern Turkey, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Karataş Lighthouse

The Karataş Lighthouse is a 38-meter tall white concrete tower in Southern Turkey. Its focal height matches the tower's height. The light emits white flashes with a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. The structure features a yellow beacon with black bands and a black topmark, all supported by a yellow base.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Southern Turkey
Country
🇹🇷TR
Latitude
36.5395°
Longitude
35.3396°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
38m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: W. CARDINAL (IALA A) Yellow beacon, black banded, black topmark, yellow base

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5874
NGA No.
20756
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karataş Lighthouse at night?+
Karataş displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Karataş Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karataş Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karatas at 2.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Yumurtalik (26.4 NM ENE), CEYHAN (34.2 NM NE), Akdeniz (36.5 NM WNW), Mersin (36.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karataş Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karataş 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.
What shipping routes pass near Karataş Lighthouse?+
Karataş Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Karataş Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karataş 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.