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North Cinque Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇮🇳Andaman and Nicobar Islands, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About North Cinque Island Lighthouse

The North Cinque Island lighthouse, operational since 1972, stands 153 meters tall. It features a white, cylindrical concrete tower reaching a focal height of 153 meters. The tower's design includes a white rectangular masonry structure with a red band, measuring 36 meters in height. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds. A one-story masonry keeper's house is attached to the tower, with the upper half of the lighthouse painted red and the lower half white.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
153m
Geographic Range
20NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1972

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1212
NGA No.
26480
ARLHS No.
AND-004
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
153m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White rectangular masonry tower, red banded; 36

Location

City
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
11.3276°
Longitude
92.7216°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify North Cinque Island Lighthouse at night?+
North Cinque Island 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 North Cinque Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
North Cinque Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Port Blair at 20.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Meadows (41.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is North Cinque Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, North Cinque Island 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 North Cinque Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near North Cinque Island 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.