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Bangdupo Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bangdupo Lighthouse

Also known as: Bangdupo (Pangdupo)

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 12 meters tall, painted white, with an octagonal base and a gallery. Its focal plane reaches 40 meters above sea level, emitting a white flash every 4 seconds. Located on a promontory at the southeastern tip of Jeju, it is situated approximately 3 kilometers southeast of Tongnam in the Korea Strait. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port, Seongsan-po, is 3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the busy Korea Strait from its position on a significant headland at Jeju's southeastern tip.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Sea Region
Korea Strait, on a promontory at the southeastern tip of Jeju, about 3 km southeast of Tongnam
Latitude
33.4275°
Longitude
126.9335°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Seongsan-po(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4272.5
NGA No.
17436

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bangdupo Lighthouse at night?+
Bangdupo displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bangdupo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bangdupo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seongsan-po at 2.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include NAMWON (14 NM SW), Jeju (19.7 NM WNW), Kwangyang (20.5 NM WNW), Seogwipo (21.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bangdupo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bangdupo 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 Bangdupo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bangdupo 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.