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Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse Lighthouse

🇰🇷Aphae, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 15 meters tall in the Aphaedo Area of South Korea. The structure is a round concrete tower. Its site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is not accessible. The lighthouse is located 6.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Mokpo. It is an active aid to navigation in the South Jeolla region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local maritime traffic in the Aphaedo Area, enhancing safety for fishing boats and other vessels navigating South Korea's coastal waters.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Aphae
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
Aphaedo Area, KR
Latitude
34.9035°
Longitude
126.3721°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mokpo(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4216.85.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mokpo at 8.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Songgong (8.7 NM WSW), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (9.7 NM SSE), Shinma (36.8 NM SE), Galdoo (36.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse 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 Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aphae Town (Aphaedo Area) Lighthouse 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.