1909
1863
Malaysia
Unknown
2nd order
Revolving
Active
Fl(3) W 15s
24 metre high white masonry tower with lantern cupola and weather vane. Two storey keepers house joins at the base.
None known.
The lighthouse is located at Cape Rachado 20 km south of Port Dickson overlooking the Straits of Malacca It is believed to be the oldest lighthouse in the country and the site allegedly dates back to when the Portugese ruled in the 16th century. The present lighthouse was constructed in 1863 under British rule and though some information says it has a first order lens it appears in Chance Brothers of Smethwick near Birmingham's order book as a second order lens. The lighthouse is surrounded by forest and is in a wildlife reserve. Access is by a 2km walk and entrance to the tower is by arrangement with the lighthouse keeper.
Malaysian Marine Department
Malaysian Marine Department.
Unknown but photos available via internet search seem to show a good state of repair.
Open
Closed
2°24′26″N 101°51′08″E
ARLHS WMA-003; Admiralty F1626; NGA 21748.
Online research.