Ras Nungwi

The Ras Nungwi lighthouse, also known as Hog Point, is located at the northern tip of Unguja island in Nungwi, Zanzibar, Tanzania. It was first built in 1881 and the current structure was lit in 1926. The lighthouse is a three-stage square stone tower, painted white, with a red lantern and stands at a height of 14 meters with a focal height of 18 meters.

The Ras Nungwi lighthouse is the oldest on the island and serves as a significant aid to navigation. It has a range of 13 nautical miles and a characteristic of flashing white light every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is managed by the Zanzibar Ports Corporation. The structure has interesting historical significance, being one of the oldest lighthouses in the region, and its unique design makes it a notable landmark.

The Ras Nungwi lighthouse is currently operational and continues to guide mariners in the area. Its location at the northern tip of Unguja island makes it an important navigational aid for ships passing through the Zanzibar Archipelago. With its rich history and unique design, the Ras Nungwi lighthouse is a notable feature of the Tanzanian coastline.

Light and tower

It has a 3-stage square tower with balcony and lantern tower. The tower is built of stone. Its daymark is white tower, red lantern. Its light characteristic is Fl W 5s. It was first lit in 1926. It is managed by Zanzibar Ports Corporation. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it TAN-025.

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