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Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse

L White 4s🇮🇷دهستان حومه بوشهر, IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse

A 25-meter tall skeletal tower constructed of steel, situated north of the city of Būshehr, Iran, within the Bay of Būshehr. It exhibits a white light with a characteristic of one flash every 4 seconds (L W 4s), having a focal height that offers a 14.3 nautical mile geographic range. The structure is topped with a lantern and functions together with a forward range light.

Why it matters: This navigation aid helps direct vessels into Būshehr, an important Iranian seaport. It establishes a range with its associated front light, facilitating safe navigation for commercial ships entering the Bay of Būshehr.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 4s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
L W 4s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

City
دهستان حومه بوشهر
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Region
Bushehr Province
Sea Region
Bay of Būshehr, north of Būshehr city, Iran
Latitude
29.0372°
Longitude
50.8198°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bushehr(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D7671.1
NGA No.
28908

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: A tall skeletal tower with a lantern, providing a white light.

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 Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Būshehr County Lighthouses displays the characteristic L 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 Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Bushehr at 3.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Khark Island (29.2 NM WNW), GANAVEH (35.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Būshehr County 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 Būshehr County Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Būshehr County 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.