Chennai Lighthouses, Light station at Marina Beach, Chennai, India.
The lighthouse in Chennai is a structure at the beach with red and white stripes made of concrete, standing near the Bay of Bengal. Its conical shape rises about 46 meters high and can be seen from far away along the coast.
The first light to guide ships in Chennai started in 1796 from Fort St. George and used an oil lamp. Over time the facility was updated and moved to its present location at the beach.
The lighthouse serves as a gathering spot where locals come to watch the sunset and enjoy walks along the waterfront. It connects the working port life with the leisure activities of residents and visitors.
Visitors need to remove shoes or wear protective coverings before climbing the internal stairs to enjoy the view from the top. The best time to visit is in the morning or early afternoon when the weather is clear and visibility is greatest.
Inside the tower meteorologists work with specialized equipment to observe weather patterns for the whole region. This scientific work happens daily while visitors enjoy the view and watch the sea.
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