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Buldo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Jisan-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Buldo Lighthouse

Also known as: Buldo (Puldo, Pulto)

A cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall on a small islet off the western tip of Jindo, South Korea. Its exterior is painted black with a single red horizontal band. The light emits a white flash every six seconds from a focal height of 52 meters, visible for 19 nautical miles. This lighthouse is located south of Gasado, near Jisan-myeon, and is accessible only by boat. Its nearest port is Daebul/Yeongam-gun, 25 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the busy maritime area off the western tip of Jindo, an important region for local shipping traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
52m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Jisan-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
an islet off the western tip of Jindo, south of Gasado, South Korea
Latitude
34.4399°
Longitude
126.0651°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(25.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4232.6
NGA No.
17582
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Buldo Lighthouse at night?+
Buldo displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Buldo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Buldo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Galdoo at 23.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Mokpo (24.4 NM NE), Songgong (24.8 NM NNE), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (26 NM NE), Hwahungpo (31 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Buldo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Buldo 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 Buldo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Buldo 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.