Showing posts with label Beypore lighthouse. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Beypore lighthouse. Show all posts

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