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Salıpazarı Lighthouse

Fl (3) Green 10s🇹🇷Istanbul, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Salıpazarı Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on a small wharf on the west side of the Bosporus in Istanbul, Turkey. Its white fiberglass structure features three narrow green horizontal bands. The light emits a green flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 13 meters, with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. It is situated opposite the Kız Kulesi (Maiden's Tower) and near the Kabatas port. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the Salıpazarı area on the European side of the Bosporus, serving port operations and ferry traffic. Its distinct green flashes aid navigation in the busy strait, enhancing safety for vessels transiting this waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl G 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Istanbul
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Region
Istanbul
Sea Region
Located on a small wharf on the west side of the Bosporus opposite the Kız Kulesi (Maiden's Tower).
Latitude
41.0286°
Longitude
28.9896°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kabatas(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
N4903.7
NGA No.
17388

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with three narrow green horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Salıpazarı Lighthouse at night?+
Salıpazarı displays the characteristic Fl (3) Green 10s — 3 green flashes 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Salıpazarı Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Salıpazarı Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Karaköy/Istambul at 0.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Kabatas (0.6 NM ENE), Hasköy (1.1 NM WNW), Besiktas (1.8 NM NE), Mardas (1.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Salıpazarı Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Salıpazarı 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 Salıpazarı Lighthouse?+
Salıpazarı Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Salıpazarı Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Salıpazarı 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.