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Samiyani Island North Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Samiyani Island North Lighthouse

A 9-meter cylindrical concrete tower, painted with black and white horizontal bands, stands 11 meters above the water. This lighthouse was built in 2002, replacing a previous structure destroyed by a tropical cyclone in 1998. The original station was established in 1935, with a concrete tower built in 1957. The present lighthouse emits a green flash every 3 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. It is situated in the water off the northeast tip of Samiyani Island, marking the end of a long shoal.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for mariners navigating the waters around Samiyani Island, specifically warning them of the extensive shoal that stretches from the island's northeast tip.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2002

Significant events: original light established 1935, replaced by concrete tower 1957, destroyed by tropical cyclone 1998, replaced by temporary skeletal tower, replaced by present lighthouse 2002

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okha(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F0389
NGA No.
28316
ARLHS No.
IND-163

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, mounted on a concrete foundation

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Gujarat
Sea Region
in the water off the northeast tip of Samiyani Island, marking the end of a long shoal
Latitude
22.4878°
Longitude
69.0867°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Samiyani Island North Lighthouse at night?+
Samiyani Island North displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 Samiyani Island North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Samiyani Island North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Okha at 0.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Beyt (2.2 NM S), Positra (6.9 NM SE), Dwarka (16.1 NM SSW), Måndvi (25.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Samiyani Island North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Samiyani Island North 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 Samiyani Island North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Samiyani Island North 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.