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Kaup Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 20s🇮🇳Kerala and Karnataka, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kaup Lighthouse

This white masonry tower, accented with black bands, rises 89 meters above its base. The light mechanism is situated 43 meters above sea level. Its characteristic is three white flashes repeated every 20 seconds. The lighthouse is operational and painted in white and black colors.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 20s
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Kerala and Karnataka
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
13.2241°
Longitude
74.7368°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
89m
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: White masonry tower, black banded; 89. AIS (MMSI No 004192238)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0658
NGA No.
27704
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kaup Lighthouse at night?+
Kaup displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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 Kaup Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaup Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Malpe at 7.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include New Mangalore (18.3 NM SSE), Mangalore (18.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaup Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaup 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 Kaup Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaup 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.