Ras Muari
Geography
Ras Muari is part of a 25-kilometer coastal belt of rocky and sandy beaches between Mubarak and Yousuf Goth (Pacha). This part of the coast is property of Sindh Revenue Department. Considered a habitat for endangered whale, dolphin, and turtle species, Ras Muari is also a hatching and feeding ground for turtles. In addition, the coastline has a multitude of offshore fish nurseries.
Lighthouse
The Cape Monze lighthouse was constructed in 1914. Active; focal plane 49 m (161 ft); two white flashes every 10 s. 48 m (157 ft) round concrete tower. The seaward side of the tower is painted with black and white horizontal bands; the land side is unpainted. Original 2nd order Fresnel lens in use. Several keeper's houses and other light station buildings.
See also
References
- ^ Rowlett, Russ. "Lighthouses of Pakistan". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Retrieved 2016-10-13.
- ^ NGA List of Lights – Pub.112 Retrieved 13 October 2016
- ^ "Cape Monze". Dawn. 19 December 2017. Retrieved 31 January 2021.
- ^ "Save the Beach". The News International. Retrieved 31 January 2021.
- ^ Rowlett, Russ. "Lighthouses of Pakistan". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Retrieved 31 January 2021.
External links
24°49′35″N 66°39′53″E / 24.82639°N 66.66472°E
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