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Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse

The Tel Aviv Lighthouse, erected in 1935, is a 17-meter-high cylindrical structure composed of stone and concrete. It rests upon a circular stone base. The tower itself is cylindrical concrete, with a square upper section, and is capped by a small lantern room. Its exterior is white, accented by four black panels applied to each side. Previously referred to as Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, or Auja, the lighthouse is situated 0.9 km from the Tel Aviv-Yafo port.

Why it matters: This navigation aid helps vessels approaching the Tel Aviv-Yafo port, marking the shoreline near the Yarkon River mouth. The distinctive black panels on its white surface assist with daytime recognition.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with four black panels mounted or painted on each face
Material
stone, concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with a small lantern, mounted on a round stone foundation

Location

Country
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Latitude
32.1030°
Longitude
34.7776°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1935

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tel aviv-yafo(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
E5958.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tel Aviv-Yafo at 0.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include HERZILIYYA (3.9 NM NNE), Magshimim (7.5 NM SE), Netanya (14.6 NM NNE), Kfar Vitkin (16.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) 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 Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse?+
Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) 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.