Saturday, January 31, 2015

Beypore lighthouse


The Beypore lighthouse is situated at Feroke, Kozhikkode on the south shore of the Chaliyam River. The light house is a guiding presence for those out at sea. The heritage structure is still functional.The six sided tower has a height of 30.48 meters. The tower is painted with red and white bands.
Built in 1977 the Beypore lighthouse stands tall at 32.41metres. The optical equipment supplied by J Stone and Co has 4 panels and can generate a powerful flash once every 15 seconds at a revolution speed of 2 R.P.M.

How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station
Nearest Airport: Kozhikode International Airport

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Azhikode light house

Azhikode lighthouse is situated about 8 km west of Kodungallur in Kerala. There was no lighthouse in the present location prior to this being inaugurated on 30 April 1982. The concrete tower of the lighthouse has a height of 30 meters.It is also known as Periyar River Light.
Characteristic and Range: Three white flashes every 20 seconds; range 24 nautical miles.
Description of Tower: Square concrete tower; lower half skeletal, upper half enclosed; black and white bands; lantern roof is red.
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Aluva Railway Station
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport