Boosting Lighthouse Tourism: 10 Iconic Lighthouses Across India

India to Boost Tourism around LighthousesUnion Minister Sarbananda Sonowal aims to attract 25 lakh tourists to India's lighthouses over the next five years, transforming them into vibrant tourist spots. He highlighted the increase in lighthouse tourism since 2014 and emphasized the need to develop all 203 lighthouses with new attractions and enhanced visitor facilities.Jakhau Lighthouse, GujaratThis lighthouse station was established in 1957 to support the development of large salt pans in Jakhau. The port of Jakhau was also upgraded to export raw salt to Japan, Korea, and other countries. Marina Lighthouse, Tamil NaduThe lighthouse on Marina Beach in Chennai was constructed by East Coast Constructions and Industries in 1976. It is now open to the public and quickly becoming a favorite tourist destination, with stunning views of the Marina Beach.Mangalore Lighthouse, KarnatakaThis lighthouse is located near Suratkal Beach, Karnataka. Visitors can pay an entry fee of Rs 5 per head and enjoy a breathtaking view of the coastline from the top.Dwarka Lighthouse, GujaratThe Dwarka Lighthouse is located on the shore of the Arabian Sea near Gujarat, providing a tranquil atmosphere for relaxation.Mahe Lighthouse, KeralaThe Mahe Lighthouse, constructed in 1893, is located on the southern entrance of Mayyazhi River at Mahe.Muttom Lighthouse, Tamil NaduThe Skelton was constructed during the time when India was a part of the British Empire. The lighthouse is located 110 ft (34 m) above sea level, and it is marked on international shipping charts. Kovilthottam Lighthouse, KeralaLocated in Kovilthottam, Kollam, this 18-metre-tall lighthouse tower is painted with alternating bands of black and white. The lighthouse's primary purpose is to provide lighting for the port of Neendakara, located at the Ashtamudi Backwaters' entrance.Mahabalipuram Lighthouse, Tamil NaduMahabalipuram Lighthouse, one of India's oldest, was built around 640 AD by Pallava King Mahendra Pallava.Pondicherry Lighthouse, Tamil NaduOne of Pondicherry's most recognisable landmarks, it was constructed in the shape of a hexagon and features black and white colouring. The Indian government built this new lighthouse in the 20th century.Thangassery Lighthouse, KeralaThe Tangasseri Lighthouse, also known as the Thangassery Lighthouse, is located in Kerala's Kollam city.The Cochin Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships is responsible for maintaining it.Around The World With Actor Vicky KaushalRead More