WIP · World in Pocket

Kadalur Point Lighthouse

Kozhikode, Italy

Kadalur Point Lighthouse

The Kadalur Point Lighthouse is situated in Kadalur, near Koyilandy in Kozhikode district on the coast of Arabian sea in India. The circular stone masonry tower has a height of 34 meters. The tower is painted with black and white bands. The lighthouse started its operation in 1907. The light source

is a metal halide lamp. In the 18th Century Kadalur Point was known as Cotta Point. It is believed that the lighthouse was built after a shipwreck on the rocky shores at the point and one can still see the remains of it.

Listen to the audio guide for Kadalur Point Lighthouse Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off

Nearby