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Point Calimere Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇮🇳Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, INInactive

Location & Light Range

About Point Calimere Lighthouse

The Point Calimere lighthouse is a round masonry tower painted white, standing 52 meters tall. Its focal plane sits at 45 meters above sea level. The light emits three white flashes in a 10-second cycle. This structure has a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. It is identified on nautical charts by NGA list number 27144 and Admiralty number F0910. The light is currently not operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 10s
Focal Height
45m
Light Range
15NM (27.8 km)
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
10.2938°
Longitude
79.8689°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
52m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White round masonry tower; 52

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0910
NGA No.
27144
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Point Calimere Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 45 meters and a nominal range of 15 nautical miles (approximately 27.8 km), Point Calimere is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Point Calimere Lighthouse at night?+
Point Calimere 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 Point Calimere Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Calimere Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Nagappattinam at 28 NM to the N. Other ports served include Kankesanturai (30.2 NM SSE), Karaikal (32.4 NM N), Jaffna (39.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Calimere Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Point Calimere Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Point Calimere Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Calimere 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.