Vol. 80 No. 02 (2025): The South African Dental Journal

The uMhlanga Rocks Lighthouse, a well-known landmark on the KwaZulu-Natal coast of South Africa, was built shortly after the commissioning of the nearby Cooper Lighthouse in Durban on 31 July 1953. Remarkably, its construction took only four days and 19 hours, and it was officially commissioned a year later. Initially planned for the grounds of the Oyster Box Hotel, the lighthouse now stands just beyond the hotel’s terrace, offering a picturesque backdrop to the coastline. Its white cylindrical tower and red lantern room make it an iconic beacon, guiding ships safely along the Indian Ocean while adding to uMhlanga’s charm.