Lankaran Lighthouse
Lənkəran mayakı
A white lighthouse built in the 19th century, possibly converted from a fortress tower, standing on the seafront boulevard as Lankaran's city landmark.
Lankaran Lighthouse was built in 1869 and is said to have been converted using the foundations of one of the fortress towers. Its white cylindrical tower stands about 22 metres tall and is banded with red, and for many years it guided ships along the southwestern coast of the Caspian Sea. The lighthouse sits on the city's seafront boulevard, lined with lawns, benches and cafés, where locals take evening strolls and enjoy the breeze. Looking east, you can see the Caspian Sea. The lighthouse is generally not open for climbing, so it is mainly a spot for photos from the outside.
Opening hours
Exterior viewable all day
Nearby sights
- Lankaran Khan's Palace (History & Local Lore Museum)
- Kichik Bazar Mosque
- Lankaran Fortress & Zindan Tower
- Boyuk Bazar Mosque
- Lankaran Caspian Beach
- Khanbulan Lake
- Hirkan National Park
- Gizilagach National Park