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Perseverance Point Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇳Port Blair, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Perseverance Point Lighthouse

Perseverance Point lighthouse is a 10-meter tall cylindrical tower situated just off a headland on the north side of Port Blair harbor. Located on the east side of South Andaman Island, this structure is painted red with a single white horizontal band. Its light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, providing a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is approximately 1.6 kilometers from Port Blair, the nearest port, and is only accessible by boat. Its focal height is also 10 meters.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids maritime traffic navigating the waters near Port Blair, a significant harbor in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Port Blair
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Sea Region
just off a headland on the north side of the harbor of Port Blair, on the east side of South Andaman Island
Latitude
11.6906°
Longitude
92.7441°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with one white horizontal band

Structure: round tower, painted red with one white horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Blair(1.6 km)
ARLHS No.
AND-013
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Perseverance Point Lighthouse at night?+
Perseverance Point 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 Perseverance Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Perseverance Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Port Blair at 1.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Meadows (19.6 NM N), Elphinstone Harbour (37.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Perseverance Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Perseverance Point 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 Perseverance Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Perseverance Point 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.