Sunday, June 23, 2013

Jeddah Light

Jeddah Light is an active lighthouse in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a height of approximately 436 feet (133 m) it has a credible claim to be the world's tallest lighthouse. It is located at the end of the outer pier on the north side of the entrance to Jeddah Seaport.

LocationJeddah, Saudi Arabia
Coordinates21°28′7.14″N39°8′58.98″E 
Year first constructed1990
Constructionconcrete and steel
Tower shapecylindrical, carrying a spherical building
Markings / patternwhite
Height436 feet (133 m)
Focal height450 feet (140 m)
Range25 nautical miles (46 km; 29 mi)
Characteristicthree white flashes every 20s
Admiralty numberE6054.5
NGA number112-30554
ARLHS numberSAU-003
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