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Banghwado Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇰🇷Geoje-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Banghwado Lighthouse

Also known as: Banghwado (Panghwa Do)

Built in 1911, the Banghwado lighthouse is a square steel skeletal tower standing 10 meters tall. It first became operational in 1911 and guided mariners with a white light that flashed once every 4 seconds. The tower rises from a small steel equipment cabinet. Though it ceased operation in 2006, this structure, which has a focal height of 34 meters, was awarded Lighthouse Cultural Heritage designation in September 2019. Its geographic range extended to 16 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Banghwado lighthouse is a rare example of early 20th-century lighthouse construction in Korea, offering a direct link to historical navigation methods.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1911
Heritage Status
Lighthouse Cultural Heritage designation 2019

Significant events: Inactive since 2006,Awarded Lighthouse Cultural Heritage designation in September 2019

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tongyeong(1.3 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square steel skeletal tower rising from a small steel equipment cabinet

Location

City
Geoje-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Latitude
34.8369°
Longitude
128.4560°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Banghwado Lighthouse at night?+
Banghwado 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 Banghwado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Banghwado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tongyeong at 1.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Junghwa (5.5 NM SW), Geoje (6.3 NM E), Anjeong (6.5 NM N), Gohyeon/Geoje (7.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Banghwado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Banghwado 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.
What shipping routes pass near Banghwado Lighthouse?+
Banghwado Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Banghwado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Banghwado 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.