Anggrek Lighthouse

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About Anggrek Lighthouse

Anggrek Lighthouse is a white, barbell-shaped fiberglass tower standing 12 meters tall. It is situated at the waterfront of Anggrek, close to the port. The structure's distinctive form provides a visual reference for mariners. It was built to guide vessels entering and leaving the port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aided navigation for ships using the new Anggrek port, supporting regional maritime trade. Its location helped mark the harbor entrance for commercial vessels.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Material
fiberglass

Structure: white barbell-shaped fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Anggrek(0.1 km)

Location

Country
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Latitude
0.8587°
Longitude
122.7943°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Anggrek Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Anggrek Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Anggrek at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Gorontalo, Sulawesi (26.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Anggrek Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Anggrek 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 Anggrek Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near Anggrek 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.

What is the Anggrek lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , ID. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.