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Kundapura Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kundapura Lighthouse

Also known as: Kundapura (Coondapoor, Kodi)

This concrete lighthouse, built in 2009, stands 32 meters tall with a focal height of 35 meters. Its cylindrical tower is painted with horizontal red and white bands. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 16.2 nautical miles. It is an active aid to navigation, featuring a lantern and gallery. This structure is open to the public, located 4.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Kundapur.

Why it matters: The Kundapura Lighthouse offers guidance for vessels navigating the Indian coast, supporting the safety of commercial and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

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

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Karnataka
Latitude
13.6237°
Longitude
74.6699°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kundapur(4.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F0652
NGA No.
27712
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kundapura Lighthouse at night?+
Kundapura displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Kundapura Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kundapura Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Malpe at 16.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include New Mangalore (42.6 NM S), Mangalore (42.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kundapura Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kundapura 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 Kundapura Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kundapura 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.