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Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 119 meters tall, is topped by an octagonal observation room. Its focal height reaches 180 meters, from which a white flash is emitted every 15 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 32.1 nautical miles. The structure is located 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Busan, and is operational. Its modern concrete construction emphasizes durability and function for guiding vessels.

Why it matters: The 180-meter focal plane and 119-meter tower height make this lighthouse a distinctive landmark providing critical guidance for ships navigating the busy shipping lanes off South Korea's East District.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
180m
Geographic Range
32.1NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Latitude
35.1000°
Longitude
129.0331°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
119m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower topped by an octagonal observation room

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4371.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Gamcheon/Busan (1.9 NM WSW), Busanjin-Gu (3.1 NM NNE), South Busan (5.8 NM E), Busan New Port (11.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses 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 Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses 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 Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dong-gu (East District) Lighthouses 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.