{"id":48,"date":"2020-12-08T04:37:29","date_gmt":"2020-12-08T04:37:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaviaspreview.com\/wp\/fioxen\/?p=48"},"modified":"2026-03-29T15:36:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T10:06:12","slug":"old-lighthouse-pondicherry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/","title":{"rendered":"Old Lighthouse Pondicherry \u2013 Historic Beacon Near Promenade Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"48\" class=\"elementor elementor-48\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-556853c4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"556853c4\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-207b23fe\" data-id=\"207b23fe\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70cc2736 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"70cc2736\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1365\">The <strong data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1114\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is one of the most iconic heritage landmarks located along the scenic <a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/promenade-beach-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Promenade Beach<\/span><\/span><\/a>. Built during the French colonial period, this historic structure once played a vital role in guiding ships safely along the Coromandel Coast.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #00314e;color:#00314e\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#History_of_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >History of Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Architecture_of_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >Architecture of Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Importance_of_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >Importance of Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Visitor_Experience_at_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >Visitor Experience at Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Experience_of_Visiting_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >Experience of Visiting Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Photography_and_Scenic_Views\" >Photography and Scenic Views<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Cultural_and_Historical_Significance\" >Cultural and Historical Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Best_Time_to_Visit_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >Best Time to Visit Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#How_to_Reach_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\" >How to Reach Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Travel_Tips\" >Travel Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#Nearby_Places_to_Visit\" >Nearby Places to Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#External_Reference\" >External Reference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/old-lighthouse-pondicherry\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1589\">Today, the lighthouse stands as a reminder of Pondicherry\u2019s maritime past and colonial influence. Although it is no longer operational, it continues to attract visitors interested in history, architecture, and photography.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"17cj1sc\" data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1616\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Information\"><\/span>Quick Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1805\">Location: Promenade Beach, White Town, Pondicherry<br data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\" \/>Entry Fee: Free<br data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1689\" \/>Timings: Open all day (external view only)<br data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1734\" \/>Best Time to Visit: Morning or evening<br data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1775\" \/>Time Required: 15\u201320 minutes<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"162kovs\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1852\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>History of Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1944\">The <strong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1888\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> was constructed in the 19th century during French rule.<\/p><p data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2161\">At that time, Pondicherry was an important coastal trading center, and safe navigation was essential for ships arriving at the port. The lighthouse was built to help sailors identify the coastline and avoid hazards.<\/p><p data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2389\">It served as a guiding light for many years until modern navigation systems were introduced and a new lighthouse replaced it. Despite being decommissioned, the original structure was preserved due to its historical importance.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"11bmd73\" data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2441\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Architecture_of_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Architecture of Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2556\">The <strong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2477\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> features a tall cylindrical tower built using stone and traditional materials.<\/p><p data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2771\">Its design is simple yet highly functional, reflecting the engineering techniques of the colonial era. The height of the structure allowed it to be visible from a long distance, which was essential for navigation.<\/p><p data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2903\">The lighthouse stands as an impressive example of early coastal infrastructure and continues to capture the attention of visitors.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"190phbi\" data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2953\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Importance of Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3045\">The <strong data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2989\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is an important symbol of the city\u2019s maritime heritage.<\/p><p data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3186\">It highlights the role of Pondicherry as a trading hub during the colonial period and reflects the technological advancements of that time.<\/p><p data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3333\">For visitors, the lighthouse offers a glimpse into the past and helps them understand how navigation worked before modern systems were developed.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"lqnflg\" data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3391\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitor_Experience_at_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Visitor Experience at Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3474\">Visiting the <strong data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3436\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is a simple yet memorable experience.<\/p><p data-start=\"3476\" data-end=\"3671\">The structure is located in a lively area, making it easy to include in a walking tour of White Town. Visitors can view the lighthouse from the outside and appreciate its historical significance.<\/p><p data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3772\">The surrounding area provides a relaxing environment, especially for those who enjoy coastal walks.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"2r3jp1\" data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3831\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Experience_of_Visiting_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Experience of Visiting Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3952\">The experience of visiting the <strong data-start=\"3864\" data-end=\"3894\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is unique because it combines history with scenic beauty.<\/p><p data-start=\"3954\" data-end=\"4188\">Many travelers stop here while walking along <a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/promenade-beach-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Promenade Beach<\/span><\/span><\/a>, enjoying the sea breeze and peaceful surroundings. The lighthouse stands quietly as a reminder of the past, creating a calm and reflective atmosphere.<\/p><p data-start=\"4190\" data-end=\"4342\">Even though visitors cannot enter the structure, the exterior view itself is impressive. The nearby colonial buildings add to the charm of the location.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"45pv08\" data-start=\"4349\" data-end=\"4380\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Photography_and_Scenic_Views\"><\/span>Photography and Scenic Views<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"4382\" data-end=\"4451\">The <strong data-start=\"4386\" data-end=\"4416\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is a popular spot for photography.<\/p><p data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4621\">The combination of the lighthouse, the sea, and nearby landmarks creates a visually appealing setting. Morning and evening lighting enhance the beauty of the structure.<\/p><p data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4756\">Visitors can also explore nearby attractions such as <a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/french-war-memorial-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">French War Memorial<\/span><\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/dupleix-statue-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Dupleix Statue<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"408dih\" data-start=\"4763\" data-end=\"4802\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_and_Historical_Significance\"><\/span>Cultural and Historical Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"4804\" data-end=\"4916\">The <strong data-start=\"4808\" data-end=\"4838\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> reflects the colonial history of the city and its connection to global trade.<\/p><p data-start=\"4918\" data-end=\"5082\">It represents how French influence shaped the development of infrastructure in Pondicherry. The lighthouse continues to be an important part of the city\u2019s identity.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"cfwaks\" data-start=\"5089\" data-end=\"5137\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"5139\" data-end=\"5232\">The best time to visit <strong data-start=\"5162\" data-end=\"5192\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is during the early morning or evening.<\/p><p data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5379\">The weather is pleasant, and the lighting is ideal for photography. Winter months from October to February are the most comfortable for visiting.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"hzjm85\" data-start=\"5386\" data-end=\"5428\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reach_Old_Lighthouse_Pondicherry\"><\/span>How to Reach Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"5430\" data-end=\"5515\">The <strong data-start=\"5434\" data-end=\"5464\">Old Lighthouse Pondicherry<\/strong> is located in White Town and is easily accessible.<\/p><p data-start=\"5517\" data-end=\"5630\">Visitors can reach the site by auto-rickshaw, taxi, or bicycle. Many tourists prefer to walk along the promenade.<\/p><p data-start=\"5632\" data-end=\"5715\">The nearest railway station is Puducherry Railway Station, about 2 kilometers away.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1g8jqjn\" data-start=\"5722\" data-end=\"5736\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_Tips\"><\/span>Travel Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li data-start=\"5738\" data-end=\"5901\">Visit during sunrise or sunset for best views<\/li><li data-start=\"5738\" data-end=\"5901\">Combine with a walk along Promenade Beach<\/li><li data-start=\"5738\" data-end=\"5901\">Ideal for photography lovers<\/li><li data-start=\"5738\" data-end=\"5901\">Respect the heritage structure<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1mtaqg4\" data-start=\"5908\" data-end=\"5933\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearby_Places_to_Visit\"><\/span>Nearby Places to Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"5935\" data-end=\"5984\">Visitors exploring the lighthouse can also visit:<\/p><ul data-start=\"5986\" data-end=\"6153\"><li data-section-id=\"eyrt5h\" data-start=\"5986\" data-end=\"6027\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/promenade-beach-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Promenade Beach<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><li data-section-id=\"hjs5dh\" data-start=\"6028\" data-end=\"6069\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/french-war-memorial-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">French War Memorial<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><li data-section-id=\"pzvh1x\" data-start=\"6070\" data-end=\"6111\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/dupleix-statue-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Dupleix Statue<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><li data-section-id=\"1l5awad\" data-start=\"6112\" data-end=\"6153\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/mahatma-gandhi-statue-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Mahatma Gandhi Statue<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1uqrer7\" data-start=\"6160\" data-end=\"6181\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"External_Reference\"><\/span>External Reference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>For more information about lighthouses and their function, you can refer to this page:<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Lighthouse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Lighthouse<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7949100 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7949100\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0fe834e\" data-id=\"0fe834e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a576b13 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a576b13\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7fae6e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"7fae6e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1331\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1331\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">When was the Old Lighthouse Pondicherry built?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1331\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1331\"><p>The Old Lighthouse was built in 1836 during the French colonial period.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1332\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1332\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Is the lighthouse still operational?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1332\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1332\"><p>No, the old lighthouse is no longer used for navigation but remains an important historical monument.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1333\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1333\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Where is the Old Lighthouse located?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1333\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1333\"><p>It is located near Promenade Beach in the White Town area of Pondicherry.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-eb2e2c5 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"eb2e2c5\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column 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