Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse

Dolphin's Nose Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse situated on the 174-metre-high Dolphin's Nose hillock in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, overlooking the Bay of Bengal and Visakhapatnam Port. Named for the hill's resemblance to a dolphin's nose, it is a prominent navigational aid and viewpoint. The lighthouse offers panoramic views of the coastline, port, and Yarada Beach and is a popular sightseeing spot for visitors to the city.

Visitors can expect a hilltop lighthouse complex accessed via a steep winding road on Yarada Hill. The site offers panoramic views of the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam Port, Yarada Beach and the city coastline from an elevation of about 174 metres. Visitors can view the lighthouse tower exterior, the lantern area during open hours, and surrounding viewpoints for photography and sightseeing. The area is exposed and windy with limited shade.