Kollam - Tangasseri Light House is one of the most frequently visited excursions from the city. The Tangasseri Light House rises to a height of 144 feet. Built in the year 1902, the lighthouse still retains the splendor of its yesteryears. The lighthouse presents a captivating view of the reef filled waters of the Indian Ocean.
History of Tangasseri Light House
Tangasseri Light House was constructed in 1902 by British East India Company. The Company built the light house to help the fleets that landed on the coast of Tangasseri. During the mid 19th century a column was constructed at this place and an oil lamp was placed on it. The Tangasseri point lighthouse tower is made of brick masonry with wooden lining inside. M/s. Chance Bros, Birmingham supplied the optical equipment of the lighthouse. On 1st March 1902, a PV light with a 55mm burner was specially made inside 2nd order optic.
