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Malpe Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇳Udupi, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Malpe Lighthouse

Also known as: Malpe (St. Mary's Island)

Constructed in 1901, the Malpe Lighthouse is a 4.5-meter-tall round cast iron structure painted red, topped with a gray metallic dome. It stands beside its modern replacement, having been inactive since 1973. Originally, its light shone red and was characterized by a single white flash every three seconds. The tower's focal height reaches 29 meters, providing a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. This older lantern now serves as a historical marker near the active Malpe port.

Why it matters: This cast iron lighthouse represents an earlier period of maritime navigation development in the Malpe region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1901

Significant events: Inactive since 1973

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Malpe(0.9 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
cast iron

Structure: A 4.5m round cast iron lantern, painted red with a gray metallic dome.

Location

City
Udupi
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Karnataka
Sea Region
Located in Malpe, India, beside the modern lighthouse.
Latitude
13.3443°
Longitude
74.6847°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Malpe Lighthouse at night?+
Malpe displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Malpe Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Malpe Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Malpe at 0.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include New Mangalore (26.1 NM SSE), Mangalore (26.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Malpe Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Malpe 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 Malpe Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Malpe 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.