5 Lighthouses That You Must Visit In India

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Mohit Bisht

Did you know that lighthouses are a tourist attraction as well? Here are five lighthouses that you must visit in India.

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Vizhinjam Lighthouse, Kerala

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It is 35 meters tall and is on the top of Kurukal hillock. It is known for its beautiful and vibrant white and red bands and can be strikingly seen from afar at Kovalam Beach.

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Fort Aguada Lighthouse, Goa

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It is one of the oldest lighthouses in India. This white-coloured cylindrical lighthouse is one of the most romantic spots in Goa.

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Dwarka Lighthouse, Gujarat

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This lighthouse of India is in Dwarka’s Rupen Creek in Gujarat and is known for its cubical shape.

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Mahabalipuram Lighthouse, Tamil Nadu

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It’s an old lighthouse constructed back in colonial times and was opened for tourists in 2011.

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Kaup Beach Lighthouse, Karnataka

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This one is situated in the middle of the beach and looks so pretty with the natural wonders in the background.

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