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KoteshwarLighthouse

MGFG+JX Narayan Sarovar, Gujarat, India

Name and Location

The Koteshwar Lighthouse is located in Narayan Sarovar, Gujarat, India.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was built in the late 19th century during the British colonial era. Its construction is characteristic of the period, with a simple yet sturdy design that has stood the test of time.

Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, no information is available on the architecture or materials used to build the Koteshwar Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with a light that shines out to a range of approximately 12 nautical miles (22 kilometers). The light's characteristic pattern is Fl(3)W.15s, meaning it flashes three times every 15 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although the exact details of public accessibility are unavailable at this time, visitors can access the site. However, please note that visitor information such as opening hours, entrance fee, guided tours, and on-site facilities is currently unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Koteshwar Lighthouse offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape, which includes the Arabian Sea to the west and the Rann of Kutch, a vast salt desert, to the east.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no notable anecdotes or folklore related to the Koteshwar Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is an automated structure, meaning it does not require manual operation. It stands at an impressive height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet) and boasts a focal height of around 42 meters (138 feet) above sea level.

Further Information

For further reading, please refer to the Wikipedia article on Koteshwar Lighthouse (available in Gujarati only) or local government websites or tourism boards.

Details

NameKoteshwarLighthouse
CityNarayanSarovar
CountryIndia
Coordinates23.6740467, 68.527421
Year of constructionlate19thcentury(exactyearunavailable)
Historic significancerecognizedforitshistoricalsignificanceandculturalimportance
Architectural stylesimpleyetsturdydesigncharacteristicoftheperiod
Focal height42meters(138feet)abovesealevel
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range12nauticalmiles(22kilometers)