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Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical masonry lighthouse, built in 1968, stands near Konarak, Odisha. Its 30-meter tower is painted with horizontal red and white bands. At a focal height of 37 meters, it emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 16.6 nautical miles. The structure includes former keeper's houses. In 2011, it was designated for tourist development, recognizing its potential for visitors.

Why it matters: Designated for tourist development in 2011, this lighthouse also functions as a navigational aid for vessels along the Odisha coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1968
Heritage Status
designated for tourist development 2011

Significant events: designated for tourist development 2011

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paradip Garh(40.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F1003
ARLHS No.
IND-025

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal red and white bands
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower, painted with horizontal red and white bands

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Odisha
Sea Region
just off the beach near Konarak (Konark), Odisha
Latitude
19.8678°
Longitude
86.1081°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Puri District Lighthouses 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 Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Paradip Port at 35.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Paradip Garh (41.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puri District Lighthouses 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 Puri District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puri District Lighthouses 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.