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Teke Burnu Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇹🇷Urla, TROperational

Location & Light Range

About Teke Burnu Lighthouse

Located on the southern side of the Karaburan Peninsula, this lighthouse features a white, square pyramidal skeletal tower constructed from concrete. The tower stands 8 meters tall, with its focal plane at 38 meters above sea level. It emits a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 15 seconds. A small concrete equipment shelter is situated adjacent to the tower. This navigational aid offers a geographic range of 16.7 nautical miles and is operational.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation around the Karaburan Peninsula, a significant promontory that could pose a hazard to vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Location

City
Urla
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Sea Region
Karaburan Peninsula
Latitude
38.1035°
Longitude
26.5924°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, painted white, standing next to a small concrete equipment shelter

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Seferihisar(10.6 km)
Admiralty No.
N4661
NGA No.
19996
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Teke Burnu Lighthouse at night?+
Teke Burnu displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Teke Burnu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Teke Burnu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seferihisar at 10.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Çesme (18.1 NM NW), Néon Karlovásion (18.9 NM SSE), Urla (19 NM NNE), MENDERES (22.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Teke Burnu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Teke Burnu 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 Teke Burnu Lighthouse?+
Teke Burnu 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 Teke Burnu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Teke Burnu 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.