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Ramayapatnam Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇮🇳West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ramayapatnam Lighthouse

This hexagonal concrete tower stands 121 meters tall and displays white with red bands. Its focal height reaches 34 meters, providing a geographic range of 26 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The structure also includes AIS and a RACON system for enhanced navigational information.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is situated near the border of West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

City
West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
15.0496°
Longitude
80.0478°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
121m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White hexagonal concrete tower, red bands; 121. AIS (MMSI No 004194430). RACON K(– • –) (3 & 10 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0952.5
NGA No.
27056
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q57517972 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ramayapatnam Lighthouse at night?+
Ramayapatnam 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 Ramayapatnam Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ramayapatnam Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Krishnapatnam at 48.3 NM to the S. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ramayapatnam Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ramayapatnam 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 Ramayapatnam Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ramayapatnam 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.