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Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Also known as: Taebyon

A round cylindrical concrete tower, 17 meters high and painted white, is situated on the eastern end of the South Breakwater at Daebyeon Hang. The tower features a gallery, and its light source is positioned 23 meters above sea level. It displays a green light with a 5-second period (Fl G 5s), offering a visibility range of 13.8 nautical miles. This structure is located in the Gijang-gun area, near Busan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the breakwater's end, serving as a navigation aid for vessels approaching the Daebyeon Hang fishing port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
South Breakwater East End, Daebyeon (Taebyon) Hang, KR
Latitude
35.2133°
Longitude
129.2341°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(11.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4375.95
NGA No.
16722.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End Lighthouse at night?+
Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 8.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (9.8 NM WSW), Busan (11.8 NM SW), Gamcheon/Busan (13.9 NM SW), Onsan/Ulsan (14.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End 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 South Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End 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 South Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daebyeon Hang South Breakwater East End 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.