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Budo Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Budo Lighthouse

This lighthouse is situated in the Tongyeong Area and exhibits a white light. Its characteristic is a single white flash that repeats every 5 seconds. The focal height of the light is 45 meters above sea level. This structure provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
10NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4322.9
NGA No.
16884

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.7701°
Longitude
128.3669°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Budo Lighthouse at night?+
Budo displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Budo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Budo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Junghwa at 0.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Tongyeong (4.7 NM NNE), Anjeong (11 NM NNE), GOSEONG (11.1 NM N), Geoje (11.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Budo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Budo 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 Budo Lighthouse?+
Budo 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 Budo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Budo 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.