Ghurāb Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Ghurāb Lighthouse

Also known as: Ghurāb (North Ghurāb)

Ghurāb, also known as North Ghurāb, is situated off the northern end of the Farasān island group in the Red Sea. This red beacon features a distinctive large tripod design. The lighthouse was established to guide maritime traffic through these waters, likely marking shipping lanes or warning vessels of submerged hazards. It remained active until 2019. While the site is accessible to visitors by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Its presence helped to safeguard maritime routes near the island it marked, preventing potential groundings or collisions in these waters.

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
16.8823°
Longitude
42.5396°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jizan(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7299.58
NGA No.
30752

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Ghurāb Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Ghurāb Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jizan at 2.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Jazan Economic City (25.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Ghurāb Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Ghurāb 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 Ghurāb Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near Ghurāb 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.

What is the Ghurāb lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , SA. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.