Makhachkala Lighthouse

The Makhachkala Lighthouse is an operating lighthouse in the city Makhachkala, a capital of the Russian Republic of Dagestan. Landmark of the city.

Makhachkala Lighthouse
LocationMakhachkala, Russia
Coordinates42°59′08″N 47°29′56″E
Tower
Constructed1852 
Constructionstone 
Height27 m (89 ft) 
Shapeoctagonal prism 
Markingswhite (tower), red (stripe), white (lantern), red (roof) 
Heritageregional cultural heritage site in Russia 
Light
Focal height84.5 m (277 ft) 
Range24 nmi (44 km; 28 mi) 
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