Alappuzha Lighthouse
Alappuzha Lighthouse has a focal height of 33 metres and a tower height of 28 metres.
- Focal height
- 33 metres
- Tower height
- 28 metres
- First lit
- 1862
- Light characteristic
- Fl W 15s.
- Coordinates
- 9.49393, 76.32094
The Alappuzha Lighthouse is located in the coastal town of Alappuzha, Kerala, India. It was built in 1862 and stands as a major tourist attraction in the region. The lighthouse features a cylindrical tower with a balcony and lantern, marked with red and white horizontal bands and a red lantern. It has a height of 28 meters and a focal height of 33 meters, with a light source consisting of a 150 W metal halide lamp.
The lighthouse has a rich history, dating back to the time when Alappuzha was a busy port and trade center. The port was opened to foreign traders in 1792, and the lighthouse was constructed to provide a guiding light for mariners. The construction of the lighthouse began during the reign of Marthanda Varma II and was completed during the reign of Rama Varma Maharaja of Travancore. Over the years, the lighthouse has undergone several modifications, including the installation of new optical equipment and a direct drive system.
The Alappuzha Lighthouse is still a staffed station and remains an important aid to navigation. Visitors can explore the lighthouse on weekdays between 1500 hours and 1630 hours for a fee of 20 rupees for Indian citizens and 50 rupees for foreigners. The lighthouse is not only a functional aid to navigation but also a historical landmark that showcases the region's maritime history and significance.
Light and tower
It has a cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern tower. The tower is built of masonry. Its daymark is red and white horizontal bands, red lantern. The light has a focal height of 33 metres. Its light characteristic is Fl W 15s. It was first lit in 1862.
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- Name
- Alappuzha Lighthouse
- Marking
- red and white horizontal bands, red lantern
- Description
- The '''Alappuzha Lighthouse''' is situated in the coastal town of Alappuzha, Kerala. It was built in 1862 and is a major tourist attraction. Visitors are allowed between 1500 hours and 1630 hours on every weekday at an admission fee of 20 rupees for Indian citizens and 50 rupees for foreigners. This is the first of its kind in the Arabian sea coast of Kerala.
- Tower Shape
- cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern
- Light Source
- 150 W metal halide lamp (230 V AC recommended power supply / 220–250 V range supply)
- Image Caption
- A view of the Alappuzha Lighthouse
- Location Text
- [[Alappuzha]], [[Kerala]]
- Focal Height M
- 33
- Tower Height M
- 28
- Year First Lit
- 1862
- Light Characteristic
- Fl W 15s.
- Construction Material
- masonry tower