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| Location | Template:Wikidata location |
|---|---|
| OS grid | Template:Gbmappingsmall |
| Coordinates | 16°14′48″N 81°14′01″E / 16.24666667°N 81.23361111°E |
| Tower height | 50 metres (160 ft) |
| Tower shape | cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern |
| Markings | black and white bands |
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Machilipatnam Lighthouse was first established in 1858, at Manginapudi Beach, approximately 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from the town of Machilipatnam, India.
History[edit | edit source]
The first light at Machilipatnam was commissioned in 1852 at a different location.[1]
The current lighthouse was commissioned in 1984, replacing a smaller structure built in 1930. During the tsunami of 2004 that caused deaths at Machilipatnam, the tsunami waves reached the base of the lighthouse.[2]
Architecture and fittings[edit | edit source]
The current lighthouse is a 50 metres (160 ft) tall RCC structure situated around 50 metres (160 ft) above MSL painted with alternating black and white bands. It has a geographical range of 16.5 nautical miles and a nautical range of 20 nautical miles. Fitted with a metal halide lamp, the rotation speed of the light beam is three rotations per minute with an effective beam intensity of 166,000 candelas.[3]
Visit and facilities[edit | edit source]
The lighthouse is open for visitors. It has a powerhouse and staff quarters.[3]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Swaminathan, S (2012). History of Science and Technology in Tamil Nadu Through the Ages. Research Publishing. p. 152. ISBN 978-981-07-1409-3.
- ↑ "Machilipatnam Lighthouse". Director General of Lighthouses and Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Master Ledger of Machilipatnam Light house" (PDF). Director General of Lighthouses and Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India.