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Daehang East Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daehang East Lighthouse

Also known as: Taehang-ni

This South Korean lighthouse features a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 9 meters tall. The structure has an octagonal base and includes a gallery. Its focal height reaches 10 meters, and it emits a single green flash every 5 seconds. Situated near Busan, this light has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. It is located 4.4 kilometers from Busan New Port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids local fishing fleets and other small vessels in navigating coastal waters, identifying safe channels, and avoiding hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Latitude
35.0156°
Longitude
128.8343°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan New Port(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4352.5
NGA No.
16775.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daehang East Lighthouse at night?+
Daehang East 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 Daehang East Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daehang East Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan New Port at 3.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Gamcheon/Busan (9.1 NM ENE), Okpo/Geoje (9.6 NM SW), Jinhae (9.9 NM NW), Busan (11.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daehang East Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daehang East 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 Daehang East Lighthouse?+
Daehang East 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 Daehang East Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daehang East 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.