Jeddah Light

Jeddah Light has a focal height of 140 metres, a tower height of 131.4 metres and a range of 25 nautical miles. It was built in 1990.

Focal height
140 metres
Tower height
131.4 metres
Range
25 nautical miles
Built
1990
Coordinates
21.4687, 39.1497

Jeddah Light is a lighthouse located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, situated at the end of the outer pier on the north side of the entrance to Jeddah Seaport. The tower was built in 1990 and features a cylindrical design with a spheric observation building and balcony at the top. It stands at a height of 131.4 meters, making it one of the tallest lighthouses in the world.

The Jeddah Light is constructed from concrete and steel and has a white tower. It serves as an observation tower, port control tower, and active lighthouse, playing a crucial role in guiding ships and vessels into the port. The lighthouse is still active, providing aid to navigation and serving as a significant landmark in the city of Jeddah.

The Jeddah Light has an interesting history, with its construction marking a significant development in the city's port and maritime industry. While specific details about its history are limited, the lighthouse has become a notable feature of Jeddah's landscape, and its tall structure makes it a recognizable landmark in the city.

Light and tower

It has a cylindrical tower with a spheric observation building with balcony on the top tower. The tower is built of concrete and steel. Its daymark is white tower. The light has a focal height of 140 metres. The light has a range of 25 nautical miles.

Details

Marking
white tower
Range Nm
25
Foundation
concrete
Year Built
1990
Description
'''Jeddah Light''' is an observation tower, port control tower and active lighthouse in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a height of , it "has a credible claim to be the world's tallest light tower". It is located at the end of the outer pier on the north side of the entrance to Jeddah Seaport.
Tower Shape
cylindrical tower with a spheric observation building with balcony on the top
Location Text
Jeddah
Focal Height M
140
Tower Height M
131.4
Construction Material
concrete and steel tower