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Río Santa Ana Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇺Playa, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Río Santa Ana Lighthouse

The Río Santa Ana lighthouse stands on the campus of the Latin American School of Medicine, roughly 15 kilometers west of Havana. Its distinctive design features an observation room placed atop a water tank, which is then elevated by a cylindrical column. This white column supports a structure with light blue accents on its tank and lantern. The lighthouse has a focal height of 56 meters and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 19.5 nautical miles. The tower, with a height of 50 meters, is an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's unique architecture, integrating an observation room and water tank on a cylindrical column, makes it a recognizable structure. Its location on a university campus also sets it apart, combining navigational function with an academic environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
56m
Geographic Range
19.5NM

Location

City
Playa
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Havana
Sea Region
Located on the campus of the Latin American School of Medicine, approximately 15 km west of Havana, Cuba.
Latitude
23.0557°
Longitude
-82.5414°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
50m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white column, light blue tank and lantern

Structure: observation room mounted atop a water tank elevated on a cylindrical column

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Habana(11.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J4847.6
NGA No.
12562
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Río Santa Ana Lighthouse at night?+
Río Santa Ana 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 Río Santa Ana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Río Santa Ana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Santa Clara at 11.8 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include La Habana (11.9 NM ENE), Mariel (12.7 NM WSW), Cabañas (21.2 NM WSW), Bahía Honda (35.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Río Santa Ana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Río Santa Ana 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 Río Santa Ana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Río Santa Ana 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.