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Donggo Hang Lighthouse

Fl Green🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Donggo Hang Lighthouse

Also known as: Donggo Hang (East Breakwater)

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 8 meters tall on the east main breakwater of Donggo village. Located on the northeast coast of Sinjido, South Korea, it presents a white exterior. The lighthouse emits a green flash characteristic, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Its focal height reaches 10 meters above sea level. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed to visitors. The nearest port, Wando, is 6.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a visual reference for vessels navigating the entrance to Donggo village's harbor, particularly small craft and fishing boats.

Light & Optic

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

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
east (main) breakwater of Donggo village on the northeast coast of Sinjido, South Korea
Latitude
34.3418°
Longitude
126.8826°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wando(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4281.57.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Donggo Hang Lighthouse at night?+
Donggo Hang displays the characteristic Fl Green. 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 Donggo Hang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Donggo Hang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shinma at 5.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Wando-gun (6.1 NM WSW), Hwahungpo (11 NM WSW), Nokdongsin (16.3 NM NE), Galdoo (18.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Donggo Hang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Donggo Hang 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.
How can I track vessels near Donggo Hang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Donggo Hang 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.