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Galdu Hang Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Galdu Hang Lighthouse

A tapered, square, white concrete skeletal tower with a gallery, standing 11 meters tall, was built in 2000. This structure features a focal height of 14 meters and emits a green flashing light every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. It is situated at the end of the breakwater for Galdu, a small port located in Ttangkkeut village. This location is very near the southernmost point of the Korean peninsula. The light was removed from the Admiralty list in 2023. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to the small port of Galdu and has a distinctive design inspired by the Eiffel Tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2000

Significant events: dropped from Admiralty list in 2023

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: tapered square white concrete skeletal tower with gallery

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
end of the breakwater at Galdu, a small port in the village of Ttangkkeut (Land's End) at the south end of Haenam County, very close to the southernmost point of the Korean peninsula
Latitude
34.2997°
Longitude
126.5323°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wando(10.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4279.36
NGA No.
17533.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Galdu Hang Lighthouse at night?+
Galdu Hang 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 Galdu Hang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Galdu Hang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Galdoo at 0.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Hwahungpo (6.7 NM E), Wando-gun (11.5 NM E), Shinma (17.7 NM ENE), Chuja (24 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Galdu Hang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Galdu 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 Galdu Hang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Galdu 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.