Vodarevu Light House

India / Andhra Pradesh / Chirala / Vodarevu, Chirala, Prakasam Dt, 523157
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Vodarevu Light House. this is the First Lighthouse constructed using RCC slip form in India.
Vodarevu is minor port with fishing being the only activity. The port remained largely neglected after the British East India Co. developed ports at Machilipatnam and Cocanada(Kakinada) A flag mast erected on shore in the past served as a beacon for fishing boats. With the emphasis on improvement of infrastructure on the coastline, the port here started getting attention. So the need arose for a modern lighthouse. The construction of 30m RCC tower was taken up in January 2002 and completed in March 2002 by using the Slip from method

Technical Data :www.dgllnoida.gov.in/visaga/VODAREVU.html
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Coordinates:   15°47'44"N   80°24'36"E

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  • Visitors allowed to visit this light house daily from 3 PM to 5 PM
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