Uttan Lighthouse
7QHJ+975, Dongri, Uttan, Mira Bhayandar, Maharashtra 401106, India
Name and Location
The Uttan Lighthouse is located in the Mira Bhayandar area of Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
Construction and History
While the exact date of the Uttan Lighthouse's construction is unavailable, it is believed to have been built to serve as a vital aid to navigation for ships traveling along the western coast of India. The lighthouse plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of maritime traffic and has likely saved countless lives over the years.
Architecture and Materials
The Uttan Lighthouse features a square masonry tower with red and white bands, standing 15 meters (49 feet) tall at an elevation of 53 meters (174 feet) above sea level. The tower's square shape and vertical alignment make it easily visible from a distance, serving as a reliable aid to navigation for ships and boats plying the waters of the Arabian Sea.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse is equipped with a flashing light system that emits white and red lights every 15 seconds. This unique pattern helps mariners identify the tower's location and avoid potential hazards in the surrounding waters.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors to the area may want to stop by and take in the sights of this historic lighthouse, which remains an important part of India's maritime heritage. The official website for the Uttan Lighthouse can be found at http://www.dgllnoida.gov.in/mumbai/UTTAN.html.
Notable Views and Landscape
No notable views or landscape information is available.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore are available for the Uttan Lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
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Further Information
For more information about the Uttan Lighthouse, please visit its official website at http://www.dgllnoida.gov.in/mumbai/UTTAN.html.
Details
Name | Uttan Lighthouse |
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City | |
Country | India |
Coordinates | 19.2782842, 72.7807331 |
Website | http://www.dgllnoida.gov.in/mumbai/UTTAN.html |
Historic significance | vital aid to navigation for ships traveling along the western coast of India |
Architectural style | square masonry tower |
Construction material | masonry |
Focal height | 53 |
Tower height | 15 |
Accessible | true |
AIS Radar | false |
Light characteristic | Fl(3)W.15s |
Automated | true |