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Puthuvype Lighthouse, or Vypin Lighthouse, or Cochin Lighthouse, is the tallest lighthouse in Kerala, located at Puthuvype Beach in Kochi, Kerala. The Cochin Lighthouse has a long history, despite the fact that it only began operating on November 15, 1979.
The lighthouse in Fort Kochi, which had been operational since 1839, was relocated to Puthuvype in 1979. The tower is 46 meters tall and is composed of double-layered concrete. The range of the light beam is 28 nautical miles.
The lighthouse is open all day from 10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 6 PM, except Mondays. The entry fee for Puthuvype Lighthouse is Children: INR 10, Adults: INR 10, Senior Citizens: INR 10, Foreign Citizens: INR 10, Photography: INR 10.
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Entry Fee for Puthuvype Lighthouse
The entry fee for Puthuvype Lighthouse is Children: INR 10, Adults: INR 10, Senior Citizen: INR 10, Foreign Citizen: INR 10, Photography: INR 10.
Best Time to Visit Puthuvype Lighthouse
One can visit this Puthuvype Lighthouse any day (except Mondays) throughout the year. The lighthouse is open all day from 10 Am to 1 PM and 2 PM to 6 PM. The best time to visit Puthuvype Lighthouse is from October to March.
Things to do at Puthuvype Lighthouse
Explore the view from the lighthouse, Photography, Local food, etc.
How to Reach Puthuvype Lighthouse
Puthuvype Lighthouse is located 16.5 kilometers away from Kochi and one can reach here by road. The nearest railway station is Ernakulam junction which is 11 kilometers away and the closest airport is Cochin International airport which is 38 kilometers away from the Lighthouse.
