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Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 15 meters tall and exhibits a red tower with a lantern and gallery. Its focal height reaches 24 meters, casting a red light that flashes once every 5 seconds. Located on the main breakwater of Hwasun, near the southwestern point of Jeju Island, South Korea, it is situated 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to visitors, the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to Hwasun Harbor, facilitating safe navigation for vessels entering and exiting this port on Jeju Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Sea Region
main breakwater of Hwasun near the southwestern point of Jeju, South Korea
Latitude
33.2327°
Longitude
126.3306°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hwasun(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4254.9
NGA No.
17489

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round red concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Andeok Township Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hwasun at 0.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include HWASUN (0.2 NM N), Hallim (11.8 NM NNW), Seogwipo (11.9 NM E), Aewol (13.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Andeok Township Lighthouses Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.