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Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇸🇩Port Sudan, SDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse

This cylindrical white tower stands 23 meters tall, with its light positioned 21 meters above sea level. The structure features a large observation and control room, topped with radar equipment. It emits a green flash, characteristic F G, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. Located facing the Corniche in downtown Port Sudan, it marks an inner range. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels through the inner range into Port Sudan's harbor, a key gateway on the Red Sea. Its integration with radar equipment highlights its role in both traditional navigation and modern port operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Port Sudan
Country
🇸🇩Sudan
Region
Red Sea State
Sea Region
Located facing the Corniche in downtown Port Sudan, Red Sea State, marking an inner range.
Latitude
19.6136°
Longitude
37.2253°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Sudan(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
D7295.665
NGA No.
30660
ARLHS No.
SUD-005

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square cylindrical tower with a large observation and control room, topped by radar equipment

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Port Sudan at 0.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Marsa Bashayer (14.3 NM SSE), Digna (Sawakin) (29.9 NM SSE), Swakin (30.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear 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 Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear 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.