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Darangdo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Darangdo Lighthouse

The Darangdo Lighthouse, constructed of concrete, stands 17 meters tall with its focal plane at 18 meters. It is a cylindrical tower painted black with a single red horizontal band. First lit in 2012, the lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. This structure is situated on an isolated rock roughly 5 kilometers south of Sadong Hang. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a significant isolated rock formation south of Sadong Hang, offering a critical navigational reference for vessels in these coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted black with a red horizontal band

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
isolated rock about 5 km south of Sadong Hang, South Korea
Latitude
34.3041°
Longitude
127.0822°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wando(16.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4295.72.
NGA No.
M4295.72
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Darangdo Lighthouse at night?+
Darangdo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Darangdo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Darangdo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Narodo at 9.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Nokdongsin (13 NM N), Shinma (13.9 NM NW), Wando-gun (15.9 NM W), Geomundo (20.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Darangdo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Darangdo 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 Darangdo Lighthouse?+
Darangdo 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 Darangdo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Darangdo 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.