Baruva Lighthouse

Baruva Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse located at Baruva village in Sompeta mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, near the confluence of the Mahendratanaya River and the Bay of Bengal. Situated adjacent to Baruva Beach, it served the historic Baruva port used during the colonial period. The lighthouse offers panoramic views of the coastline, beach and river mouth and is a notable landmark for visitors exploring the northern Andhra coast.

Visitors can expect a small coastal lighthouse structure located on the shoreline near Baruva Beach where the Mahendratanaya River meets the Bay of Bengal. The site offers open sea views, views of the river mouth, sandy beach and surrounding palm-lined coast. Visitors can explore the lighthouse exterior, climb to the viewing gallery when accessible, and enjoy beach walking, photography and sunset views in a quiet coastal setting.

Baruva was a historic port town on the east coast during the colonial period, handling coastal trade at the mouth of the Mahendratanaya River. The lighthouse was established to guide vessels navigating the Bay of Bengal coast and the river confluence, serving as an important navigational aid for the Baruva port and coastal shipping.