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Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Taebyon

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 13 meters tall, with its light positioned 17 meters above sea level. It emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 12.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the inner breakwater of Daebyeon Hang. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself is closed. The structure features a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels into Daebyeon Hang, a local fishing port. It ensures safe navigation for the fishing fleet using the inner harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Latitude
35.2214°
Longitude
129.2294°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(11.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4376
NGA No.
16720

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 9.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (9.8 NM WSW), Busan (11.9 NM SW), Gamcheon/Busan (14 NM SW), Onsan/Ulsan (14.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater 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 Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater 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 Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daebyeon Hang Inner Breakwater 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.