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Tanikely Lighthouse

Fl 15s🇲🇬Madagascar, MGInactive

Location & Light Range

About Tanikely Lighthouse

This lighthouse, built in 1908, stands 33 meters tall. The tower is painted white with a black top and a black lantern. Its white light produces three flashes every 15 seconds. The geographic range for this light is 11 nautical miles. It is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 15s
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7058
NGA No.
32688
Wikidata
Q105648244 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
white and black

Structure: White tower, black top, black lantern; 33

Location

City
Madagascar
Country
🇲🇬MG
Latitude
-13.4825°
Longitude
48.2363°

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanikely Lighthouse at night?+
Tanikely displays the characteristic Fl 15s — 1 flash every 15 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 Tanikely Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanikely Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Nosy-Be at 5.2 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanikely Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Tanikely Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Tanikely Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanikely 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.