Makatumbe Range Rear Lighthouse, Dar es Salaam

Name: Makatumbe Range Rear Lighthouse
Address: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

#7 among attractions in Dar es Salaam

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The Makatumbe Range Rear Lighthouse stands as a navigational beacon in the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This coastal lighthouse serves as an essential guide for vessels sailing in and out of one of East Africa's most significant ports, ensuring safe passage through the Dar es Salaam harbor.

Erected to enhance maritime safety, the Makatumbe Range Rear Lighthouse is part of a range light system, which includes a front lighthouse located closer to the shore. Together, they form an alignment that provides ships with a precise navigational line to follow. The rear lighthouse, set further inland, is typically taller to allow sailors to line it up with the shorter front light, creating a clear path for navigation.

While not as famous or grandiose as some historical lighthouses around the world, the Makatumbe Range Rear Lighthouse plays a critical role in the modern maritime industry. Its presence is a testament to Tanzania's commitment to promoting and safeguarding its maritime activities.

The lighthouse itself is a functional structure, and while it may not offer tourist observation decks or the ornate design of more touristic lighthouses, it remains an important part of Dar es Salaam's nautical landscape. Its towering presence is a familiar sight to local fishermen and international seafarers alike.

Coordinates: 6°47'27"S, 39°20'14"E

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Makatumbe Range Rear Lighthouse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Askari Monument, St. Joseph's Cathedral, Azania Front Lutheran Church, National Museum.

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Universities and schools
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