Mahabalipuram Lighthouse
Height26 m
Year Built1900
CountryIndia
RegionTamil Nadu
StatusActive
About Mahabalipuram Lighthouse
Located near the ancient Shore Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There has been a lighthouse on this site since the 7th century Pallava dynasty. The current tower dates from the British period.
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