Oluvil Lighthouse, Maritime beacon in Oluvil, Sri Lanka.
The white cylindrical concrete tower of Oluvil Lighthouse stands 24 meters high on the southeastern coast of Sri Lanka, featuring a balcony and lantern.
Constructed in 1999 as part of Oluvil Harbour development, this structure became the first lighthouse erected after Sri Lanka gained independence.
The lighthouse serves as a central point for local fishing communities who depend on its guidance for their maritime activities.
The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds and maintains a focal height of 24.9 meters to guide vessels along the eastern coastline.
During the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, the lighthouse sustained damage but underwent complete restoration to continue its maritime safety mission.
Inception: 1999
GPS coordinates: 7.29041,81.86723
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:36
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