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Monte Parapato Lighthouse

Q White 4s🇲🇿MZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Monte Parapato Lighthouse

Also known as: Monte Parapato (Angoche)

The Monte Parapato lighthouse is situated on a ridge south of Angoche, Mozambique. While historical descriptions detail an 8-meter white truncated conical tower on a building, current satellite views show a tall skeletal structure, possibly a radar tower, in its place. The focal height of the light is 67 meters. It emits a quick-flashing white light with a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The exact construction date remains unconfirmed, contributing to the mystery surrounding its physical form.

Why it matters: The active quick-flashing white light aids vessels navigating the coastal waters near Angoche. The discrepancy between the documented tower and the radar tower visible today makes it a unique point of local interest.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White 4s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
21NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Discrepancy between described structure and satellite view showing a radar tower at the location

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Angoche(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D6591
NGA No.
31692

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white

Structure: white truncated conical tower mounted on a building, but Google's satellite view reveals a tall skeletal tower, apparently a radar tower, at this location

Location

Country
🇲🇿Mozambique
Region
Nampula Province
Sea Region
atop a ridge on the south side of Angoche
Latitude
-16.2269°
Longitude
39.9113°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Monte Parapato Lighthouse at night?+
Monte Parapato displays the characteristic Q White 4s. 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 Monte Parapato Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Monte Parapato Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Angoche at 0.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Coropoa (22.6 NM SW), Moma (26.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Monte Parapato Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Monte Parapato 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 Monte Parapato Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Monte Parapato 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.