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Patenga Lighthouse

Fl Red 10s🇧🇩BDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Patenga Lighthouse

The Patenga Lighthouse is a square pyramidal metal tower standing 24 meters tall, painted with alternating black and white horizontal bands. Its light is positioned 20 meters above the water. Emitting a red flash every 10 seconds, its geographic range extends to 13.2 nautical miles. This structure is located on Patenga Point, near Chittagong, the nearest port being only 1 kilometer away. The site is open to the public, although the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the western entrance to the Karnaphuli estuary and Chittagong harbor, warning vessels of the dangers of Patenga Point. Its continuous operation is essential for guiding commercial traffic into one of Bangladesh's major ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl R 10s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

Country
🇧🇩BD
Latitude
22.2269°
Longitude
91.8004°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chittagong(1.0 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands

Structure: square pyramidal metal tower, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Patenga Lighthouse at night?+
Patenga displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Patenga Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Patenga Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Chattogram at 3.3 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Patenga Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Patenga 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 Patenga Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Patenga 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.