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Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse

Also known as: Tippu Sultan Gudda (Gangolli, Ganguli)

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse, standing 9 meters tall, displays a white light with two flashes every 10 seconds. Its structure features a hexagonal concrete tower with a lantern and gallery, centered on a two-story round base. Distinctive black and white horizontal bands encircle the tower. Located on the beachfront approximately 4 kilometers north of the Kundapura estuary entrance, it offers a geographic range of 15.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but access to the tower itself is restricted. The Karnataka Maritime Board operates the facility.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids vessels navigating the Kundapura estuary and offers cultural significance through its dedication to Tipu Sultan, a former ruler of Mysore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Karnataka
Sea Region
beachfront about 4 km north of the estuary entrance at Kundapura, India
Latitude
13.6607°
Longitude
74.6577°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kundapur(4.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F0651
NGA No.
27716

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery centered on a round 2-story base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse at night?+
Tippu Sultan Gudda displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Malpe at 19.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include New Mangalore (44.9 NM S), Mangalore (45 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tippu Sultan Gudda 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 Tippu Sultan Gudda Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tippu Sultan Gudda 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.