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Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse

Also known as: Ra's az Za'farānah (Zaafarana, Zafarana)

This cylindrical stone lighthouse, built in 1862, stands 25 meters tall and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. The structure consists of a round stone tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white, which rises from a one-story keeper's house. It is situated on a headland on the west side of the Gulf of Suez. The lighthouse is located 24.1 kilometers from Abu Zenimah, the nearest port. Its geographic range is 14.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids safe passage on the west side of the Gulf of Suez, a critical waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1862

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abu Zenimah(24.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297
NGA No.
30260
ARLHS No.
EGY-019

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery, painted white, rising from a 1-story keeper's house

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
headland on the west side of the Gulf of Suez
Latitude
29.1116°
Longitude
32.6653°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse at night?+
Ra's az Za'farānah 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 Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dome Marina at 21.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Abu Zenimah (23.1 NM E), Galala Marina (24.5 NM NNW), Ras Budran (27 NM ESE), Ras Sudr (28 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's az Za'farānah 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.
What shipping routes pass near Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse?+
Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ra's az Za'farānah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's az Za'farānah 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.